The Preakness Stakes is one of the most wagered-on events each year. Horse racing enthusiasts and casual bettors alike want to place a few dollars on the ponies at Pimlico Race Course each May.
Fortunately, betting on the Preakness has never been more convenient! Below, we will look at how you can bet on the Preakness Stakes on your phone.
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How to bet on the Preakness Stakes on your phone
The days of going to the track to place an off-shore bet, or meeting up with a local bookie, are well over: You can now bet on the Preakness Stakes from the convenience of your couch!
Here is a list of steps on how to sign up and bet on the Preakness this year, using the links provided in this article to sign up for FanDuel Racing or bet365.
- Create an account: These horse racing betting sites will ask for information upon sign up, such as your name, address, email, phone number, DOB, and last four digits of your social security number.
You will also be asked to enter bank information so you can deposit and withdraw funds. After entering this information, you will be asked to create a username and password for your account. - Deposit funds and get bonus bets: Both FanDuel Racing and bet365 will ask new users to deposit at least $10 into their account to get started. Once you deposit funds, you will obtain your bonus bets/welcome offer.
- Bet on the race! Now you are ready to bet on the 2025 Preakness Stakes! It’s that simple!
How to find the Preakness Stakes race listing
Your first time betting at a horse racing site like FanDuel Racing or bet365 can be a little intimidating. The Preakness Stakes race itself is one of just dozens of races across the country happening on Saturday, May 17.
You will want to find "Featured Races" for Saturday, May 17.
Make sure the race you want to bet on is at "Pimlico Race Course."
Be advised, however, that the Preakness Stakes is not the only horse race at Pimlico today — this year's Preakness Stakes will be listed as "Race 13" and is scheduled to start at 7:01 p.m. ET.
The race will be broadcast live on NBC and will stream live on Peacock and Fubo.
Another easy way to make sure that you’re betting on the right race is simply to know which horses are running. This year’s Preakness Stakes favorites are Journalism (8-5), Sandman (4-1), and River Thames (9-2). Be sure to look for those horses to be certain you’re betting on the right race.
Here is a look at the full board of Preakness Stakes odds.
| Post | Horse | * |
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| 2 | Journalism | +160 | 8-5 | +160 |
| 7 | Sandman | +400 | 4-1 | +400 |
| 6 | River Thames | +450 | 9-2 | +450 |
| 8 | Clever Again | +500 | 5-1 | +500 |
| 1 | Goal Oriented | +600 | 6-1 | +600 |
| 4 | Heart of Honor | +1200 | 12-1 | +1200 |
| 3 | American Promise | +1500 | 15-1 | +1500 |
| 5 | Pay Billy | +2000 | 20-1 | +2000 |
| 9 | Gosger | +2000 | 20-1 | +2000 |
*FanDuel Racing odds available in AZ, CO, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NY, OH, PA, VA, WV, WY
**bet365 odds are not available in the United States
