Introduction
The Belmont Stakes horse race has become one of the top sporting events in the United States. This renowned horse race is held each year in June and is the third and probably most demanding race out of the three races in the Triple Crown. The other two races are the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes.
Brief History of the Belmont Stakes
The Belmont Stakes were first introduced in 1866 at the Jerome Park Racetrack and later at the Morris Park Racecourse before moving to Belmont Park, Elmont New York. Belmont Park has been the venue for this famous race since 1905, except for two years in the early twentieth century when the races were not held due to laws against betting. The Belmont Stakes bear the name of August Belmont who was a major banker in the 19th century.
Features of the Belmont Stakes
The Belmont Stakes race is a mile and a half or 2.4 km in length. This is a race for three year old thoroughbreds.
The Belmont Stakes is also known as the ‘Run for the Carnations’ due to the custom of a garland of white carnations that is presented to the winner at the end of the race.
The tradition of the Belmont Stakes has been running for well over a century and this event is an important feature in American horse racing.
Many people today believe that one of the quickest and most convenient ways to place bets at the Belmont Stakes races is at online sites.