Belmont Stakes 2023: Arcangelo Takes the Crown

WEB Arcangelo Wins, National Treasure Falls Short

Elmont, New York -- June 10, 2023

In a thrilling climax to the 2023 Triple Crown season, Arcangelo has emerged victorious in the Belmont Stakes, the oldest and longest race in the series. The colt, ridden by Joel Rosario, surged past Preakness Stakes winner National Treasure in the final furlong, claiming the $1.5 million purse and securing his place in racing history.

WEB Arcangelo's victory marks a significant milestone, as it makes 47-year-old trainer Anthony Antonucci the first trainer since 1973 to win all three Triple Crown races with a single horse. The win also holds special significance for horse racing enthusiasts, as it comes on the 50th anniversary of Secretariat's iconic Triple Crown victory in 1973. Secretariat famously won the Belmont Stakes by 31 lengths, setting an all-time record.

The Belmont Stakes, a 1.5-mile race held at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, is the third and final leg of the Triple Crown series. The race is known for its grueling distance, which tests the endurance and stamina of the participating horses.

The victory by Arcangelo and Rosario further cements their status as one of the most formidable horse-and-jockey duos in racing today. With this historic win, Arcangelo has etched his name among the legends of the sport, while Antonucci and Rosario have solidified their places as masters of their craft.