When is 2026 Belmont Stakes? Where is it? Horses, post time, how to watch

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The 158th Belmont Stakes is almost here.

The third leg of the Triple Crown, which follows the Kentucky Derby and Preakness Stakes, will take place at the Saratoga Race Course on Saturday, June 6.

Here’s what to know about the race, including post time, horses in the field, how to watch, post positions, betting information and more.

When is Belmont Stakes 2026?​

The Belmont Stakes is slated for Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Where is 2026 Belmont Stakes?​

The 2026 Belmont Stakes will take place at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York. The race typically takes place at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, which is currently undergoing redevelopment.

What is the post time for 2026 Belmont Stakes?​

The post time for the 2026 Belmont Stakes is 7:04 p.m. on Saturday, June 6.

When is the post position draw for the Belmont Stakes?​

The Belmont Stakes post position draw is set for 5 p.m. on June 1.

How long is the Belmont Stakes? What is the distance of Belmont Stakes race?​

The Belmont Stakes is 1 1/4 miles long. This is shorter than the traditional 1 1/2-mile race at Belmont Park due to a smaller track at Saratoga Race Course.

How much is the 2026 Belmont Stakes purse?​

The 2026 Belmont Stakes purse is $2 million.

2026 Belmont Stakes horses in field: See contenders​

Here are some of the horses to watch.

• Chief Wallabee
• Commandment
• Emerging Market
• Golden Tempo
• Growth Equity
• Ocelli
• Ottinho
• Powershift
• Renegade
• Talk to Me Jimmy
• Vitruvian Man

Learn more:Who will be in 2026 Belmont Stakes? Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo likely

Is 2026 Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo competing in the Belmont Stakes?​

Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo is expected to compete in the Belmont Stakes.

Trainer Cherie DeVaux said on a National Thoroughbred Racing Association's Belmont Stakes teleconference that Golden Tempo will arrive at Saratoga on June 1 ahead of the race. The horse did not compete in the 2026 Preakness Stakes.

How much are 2026 Belmont Stakes tickets?​

Visit www.nyra.com/belmont-stakes/tickets to see prices and available tickets. Some categories are sold out.

What channel is 2026 Belmont Stakes?​

The Belmont Stakes will be broadcast on Fox and FOX One.

How to livestream 2026 Belmont Stakes​

Streaming options include FOX Sports (Apple App Store / Google Play) and Fubo.

Who won the 2025 Belmont Stakes?​

Sovereignty won both the 2025 Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes.

What is the Triple Crown?​

The Triple Crown is a series of three horse races − the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes. 3-year-old thoroughbred horses can compete in each race, and only 13 horses have won the title. The last winner was Justify in 2018.

Who won the 2026 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs?​

Golden Tempo, trained by Cherie DeVaux and ridden by Jose Ortiz, won the $5 million, Grade 1 Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 2 at 23-1 odds.

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This article originally appeared on Louisville Courier Journal: Belmont Stakes 2026: When is it? What time? Horses, post positions, how to watch

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