The Preakness Stakes
The Preakness Stakes
At Pimlico, "Damascus" takes the richest Preakness, ever, then eliminating the possibility of a Triple-Crown winner this year. Derby winner, "Proud Clarion," finishes third. The running is the second-fastest Preakness in history. Next: The Belmont. The Preakness Stakes is an American Grade 1 horse race that is 1-3/16 mile. It is held at the Pamlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. This thoroughbred race is the second leg racing's Triple Crown and the winner of the Kentucky Derby is always a contender in the race. Horse racing enthusiast, You can t miss the guy wearing a straw hat with a snap brim. High Angle shot - The parade of thoroughbreds, colts and geldings. High Angle shot - Proud Clarion, No 2, Kentucky Derby winner. High Angle shot - In Reality, No 3. MS - Horse racing fans. MS - Man looking through binoculars. High Angle shot - The pack of horses are spinning around the bend and in the lead is Damascus, No 1, ridden by Willie Shoemaker.