The Preakness Stakes

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Introduction

The Preakness Stakes, one of the most exciting horse races in the world, draws some of the best horses, jockeys, and trainers from all over the world. , which also featured the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont Stakes in 1932, has this race as its second leg. and it takes place every year at Baltimore, Maryland's Pimlico Race Track.

History

The contest is named after the Colt Preakness, who prevailed in the Pimlico Dinner Party Stakes in 1870. The Preakness Stakes was originally run in 1873, and every year after that, with the exception of 1891 and 1892, it has been held. The date of the race was changed from the third Monday in May to the third Saturday in May from its original date.

Some of the finest horses in history have won the Preakness Stakes over the years, including Secretariat, Affirmed, and American Pharoah. The Preakness Stakes has been known as one of the most significant horse races in the world and a must-attend occasion for followers of horse racing thanks to these and numerous other horses.

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