Sovereignty Wins Belmont Stakes 2024 | Saratoga Race Results
- Saratoga hosted the 157th Belmont Stakes on Saturday, where Sovereignty, with jockey junior Alvarado, secured a victory over a field of eight.
- The race unfolded on a fast track after morning rain cleared.
- Journalism finished second, and Baeza took third, mirroring the top three finishers from the Kentucky Derby. The Belmont Stakes, a prestigious event, showcased intense competition among the thoroughbreds.
Sovereignty dominated the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga,besting a competitive field in a thrilling rematch and securing its place in horse racing history. This victory over Journalism, a consistent competitor in all three Triple Crown races, highlights Sovereignty’s exceptional talent and strategic racing decisions. With jockey Junior Alvarado at the reins, Sovereignty’s performance on the fast track was a showcase of strength and skill. The Belmont Stakes, a prestigious event, saw Sovereignty’s trainer, Bill Mott, and owner, Godolphin, celebrate a deserved win after strategically skipping the Preakness. Head over to News Directory 3 for all the latest sports news. Discover what’s next for Sovereignty and Journalism’s journey!
Sovereignty wins Belmont Stakes rematch at Saratoga
Updated June 07, 2025
Saratoga hosted the 157th Belmont Stakes on Saturday, where Sovereignty, with jockey junior Alvarado, secured a victory over a field of eight. This Belmont Stakes victory marked a notable achievement in horse racing, highlighting Sovereignty’s prowess.
The race unfolded on a fast track after morning rain cleared. Sovereignty’s win was a rematch of the Kentucky Derby, further solidifying its position in the Triple Crown series.
Journalism finished second, and Baeza took third, mirroring the top three finishers from the Kentucky Derby. The Belmont Stakes, a prestigious event, showcased intense competition among the thoroughbreds.
Sovereignty, trained by Bill Mott and owned by Godolphin, had previously won the Kentucky Derby in early May.The decision was made to skip the Preakness Stakes to focus on the Belmont, foregoing a chance at the Triple Crown.The Triple Crown, a rare feat in horse racing, has not been claimed since Justify’s victory in 2018.
journalism distinguished itself as the only horse to compete in all three Triple Crown races, having won the Preakness Stakes. This consistency underscores Journalism’s endurance and competitive spirit throughout the series.
What’s next
Following this exciting Belmont stakes, the horse racing world will be watching to see what Sovereignty’s next steps will be, and how Journalism will continue its racing career after competing in all three Triple Crown events.