Belmont Stakes to be June 20 at shorter distance
The Belmont Stakes, traditionally the third leg of the Triple Crown, will instead be the first leg this year when it runs on June 20 at nine furlongs (1 1/8 miles).
The Belmont Stakes, traditionally the third leg of the Triple Crown, will instead be the first leg this year when it runs on June 20 at nine furlongs (1 1/8 miles).