You Won't Believe How This Underdog Snatched Victory at the 2025 Preakness Stakes! -

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The 150th Preakness Stakes was held on May 17, 2025, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, featuring nine horses racing over 1 3/16 miles on a dirt track. The competition was intense, with favorites like Journalism and Gosger vying for the top spot.

Notably, the Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty chose to skip the Preakness, opting to focus on the upcoming Belmont Stakes. This decision elevated Journalism to the position of odds-on favorite.

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The race was thrilling, especially when Journalism, after a slow start and being trapped near the rail on the last turn, managed an incredible comeback. In a final stretch surge, Journalism narrowly defeated Gosger by less than a length, electrifying fans and showcasing the fierce competitiveness of the event.

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Journalism’s victory paid out $4.00 on a $2 bet.
The event sparked discussions about the future of the Triple Crown series as Derby winners increasingly skip the Preakness to maintain health.
Attention now shifts to the Belmont Stakes, scheduled for June 7, 2025, featuring a much-anticipated showdown between Journalism and Sovereignty.

Horse racing enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the outcome of the Belmont Stakes. For the latest updates, stay tuned to Questiqa USA News.