2025 Belmont Stakes Horses: Field, Post Positions & More

The 2025 Belmont Stakes will once again be held at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday, June 7 as the Triple Crown trail comes to a close. 

Just as it was last year, the 157th "The Test of the Champion" will be contested at 1 1/4-miles on dirt rather than the traditional 1 1/2-mile trip due to track configuration. We'll have information on the field and their Belmont Stakes odds when they go live following the post position draw on Monday, June 2.

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2025 Belmont Stakes horses

Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty is expected to be among the Belmont Stakes horses for 2025. Also in the mix is Derby runner-up and Preakness Stakes winner Journalism, as well as Derby third-place finisher Baeza.

Adding to the intrigue as a Belmont Stakes probable is Rodriguez, who scratched less than 48 hours before the Kentucky Derby due to a foot issue. 

2025 Belmont Stakes field

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How horses qualify for the Belmont Stakes

Qualifying for the Belmont Stakes is a little different from making the grade for the previous two Triple Crown races but still requires a thoroughbred horse to be three years old. Colts and geldings carry 126 pounds while fillies tote 121 pounds.

Belmont Stakes prep races

Horses who finished Top 3 in either the Kentucky Derby or Preakness Stakes are given automatic spots in the Belmont, if they choose to run. Beyond that, every horse wishing to run must be Triple Crown nominated and pay a series of entry fees. As many as 14 horses can be in the Belmont Stakes field.

Triple Crown Horses

The Belmont Stakes is known as “The Test of the Champion” because it is the final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown, and typically the longest of the three events at 1 1/2 miles (12 furlongs). However, the 2025 season does not have a Triple Crown contender entering the Belmont, and the race will be run at 1 1/4-miles this year.

Types of Belmont Stakes horses

Thoroughbred

Thoroughbred horses are known for their long athletic builds and speed, making them ideal for racing. They’re sleeker and lighter than other breeds, which is ideal for the length of the Belmont Stakes.

Age of horses

The Belmont Stakes is limited to three-year-old horses. This age of horse is ideal for racing as they have yet to fully mature and have limited races on their resume, leaving an aura of mystery, but still post fast times and exciting finishes.

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