This is not your typical edition of the Preakness Stakes (G1). While the 2020 race, which was contested in October due to the COVID-19 pandemic, was unprecedented, the May 16 renewal has a number of unique elements tied to it.
The countdown to New Zealand Bloodstock's National Weanling Sale is underway, with a high-quality catalog of 140 youngsters by New Zealand's best stallions now available to view online. The one-day sale will be held June 25.
On the May 11 episode of BloodHorse Monday: Trainer Whit Beckman discusses Kentucky Derby (G1) third-place finisher Ocelli competing in the Preakness Stakes (G1), we react to Golden Tempo skipping the Preakness and the Triple Crown's future.
A New York appellate court affirmed a ruling suspending Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher for 10 days due to a medication positive for Forte, who crossed the line first in the 2022 Hopeful Stakes (G1).
Fasig-Tipton announced that the Midlantic May 2-Year-Olds in Training under-tack show will be condensed into two days, May 12-13, in order to provide the safest, most consistent, and fairest racetrack for all participants.
A New York appellate court affirmed a ruling suspending Hall of Fame trainer Todd Pletcher for 10 days due to a medication positive for Forte, who crossed the line first in the 2022 Hopeful Stakes (G1).
Incredibolt was entered May 11 to the May 16 Preakness Stakes (G1) at Laurel Park, according to Michael Hardy, director of operations for the colt's owner, Pin Oak Stud. The draw will be held later Monday afternoon.