The 149th Preakness Stakes took place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. This prestigious horse racing event featured a field of eight contenders vying for victory. Among them was Mystik Dan, the Kentucky Derby winner, who aimed to secure the second leg of the Triple Crown. However, it was Seize the Grey that emerged as the victor, denying Mystik Dan’s Triple Crown hopes. The race was held on a muddy track, adding an extra layer of challenge for the competitors.
Race Details:
- Start Time: The Preakness Stakes began at 7:01 p.m. ET.
- Distance: The track at the Preakness Stakes measures 1 3/16 miles (9.5 furlongs), slightly shorter than the Kentucky Derby.
- Favorites: Mystik Dan entered the race as the favorite with odds of 5/2, but Seize the Grey prevailed in the end.
- Other Contenders: Catching Freedom (7/2), Tuscan Gold (9/2), and Imagination (6/1) were also strong contenders.
- Scratched Horse: Muth, another Baffert-trained horse, was initially favored but was scratched due to an elevated temperature.
Seize the Grey’s wire-to-wire victory marked the end of Mystik Dan’s Triple Crown bid, leaving Justify (2018) as the most recent Triple Crown winner. The race showcased the thrill, unpredictability, and history-making moments that define the Preakness Stakes. As the muddy track splashed beneath their hooves, these magnificent horses raced toward glory, etching their names into the annals of horse racing lore. The Preakness remains a captivating chapter in the ongoing saga of equine excellence, where champions are crowned and dreams are dashed on the hallowed turf of Pimlico Race Course. 🏇🌟🌹
