n this episode, we’re diving deep into the exciting changes coming to the 2025 Belmont Stakes. With this year’s race shifting to Saratoga and a shortened distance of 1¼ miles, everything we thought we knew about the Belmont is about to be turned on its head. We break down the favorites, including Journalism fresh off a Preakness win, and Sovereignty, who’s bypassed the Preakness for an extra rest. Plus, we look at some intriguing long shots and discuss how betting trends are making this the most closely contested Belmont since 1994.
We also explore how technology and new peer-to-peer platforms are reshaping the betting landscape, and why the track configuration at Saratoga could be the ultimate game-changer. Could we see a surprise winner, or will the favorites hold strong? Tune in as we unpack it all—from strategy and trainer perspectives to the evolving future of horse racing itself.
It’s a conversation that’ll have you second-guessing your predictions and looking forward to the most unpredictable Belmont in years!
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