When is Preakness Stakes 2024: Date, start time, how to watch on TV channel, online live stream coverage, odds..
The Preakness Stakes returns in its traditional spot after the Kentucky Derby in the Triple Crown season. The race has been called “The Run for the Black-Eyed Susans” because a blanket of Maryland’s state flower is placed across the winning colt or filly.
It is not only just a showcase of the most talented three-year-olds in the world, but the annual contest also serves as the second leg in the legendary Triple Crown trilogy of races.
Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan will try to move one win away from becoming horse racing's 14th Triple Crown champion when he leaves the starting gate in the 2024 Preakness Stakes on Saturday at Pimlico Race Course.
Mystik Dan wins 2024 Kentucky Derby with 18-1 odds in photo finish.
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What is the Preakness Stakes?
The Preakness Stakes, traditionally held on the first or second Saturday in June, is the second-most attended Grade 1 Thoroughbred stakes races in North America.
First run in 1873, this 1 3/16-mile (9.5 furlongs) race is the second of the American Triple Crown of horse racing.
The 149th running of the Preakness Stakes is set for Saturday, May 18, 2024.
The Preakness Stakes weekend kicks off with the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes on Friday, May 17. For the Preakness, coverage runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m. ET on CNBC and moves to NBC from 4 to 7:30 p.m. ET.
The 2024 Preakness Stakes race is set at around 6:50 PM ET.
The Preakness is held on the dirt track at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Md., where it has been held since its inaugural running in 1873.
NBC is home to the 148th Preakness Stakes, providing comprehensive race coverage and analysis live on TV, NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and Peacock before, during and after. NBC will also broadcast the 2024 Belmont Stakes.
Only three-year-old thoroughbreds can qualify for the Preakness Stakes. The winner of the Kentucky Derby, Federico Tesio Stakes, Oaklawn Invitational and El Camino Real Derby automatically qualify for the Preakness Stakes. Some of the other Kentucky Derby horses that did not win also make the trip to Baltimore.
Kentucky Derby winner Mystick Dan opens as the favorite for Saturday’s Preakness Stakes on NBC. While there are no other Kentucky Derby horses in the field.
Below are the post positions for the 2024 Preakness Stakes, including opening odds as of May 15.
It will be updated soon.
On May 21, 2022, Early Voting took home the title at the 147th edition of the prestigious Preakness Stakes. Heading into the day, the colt was one of the favorites to get the victory..
Right after the winner of the Preakness Stakes is announced, a painter climbs a ladder to the top of a replica of the Old Clubhouse and applies the colors of the winning team’s silks to a weather vane shaped like a jockey and horse. After the race, the champion horse is draped with a blanket of black-eyed susans, the state flower of Maryland.
Tickets for this year’s event start off at $60 for general admission.
When is the 2024 Preakness Stakes, Date, Post time.?
The 149th running of the Preakness Stakes is set for Saturday, May 18, 2024.
The Preakness Stakes weekend kicks off with the Black-Eyed Susan Stakes on Friday, May 17. For the Preakness, coverage runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m. ET on CNBC and moves to NBC from 4 to 7:30 p.m. ET.
The 2024 Preakness Stakes race is set at around 6:50 PM ET.
The post-position draw will take place Wednesday, May 15.
Where is the Preakness Stakes being held?
The Preakness is held on the dirt track at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Md., where it has been held since its inaugural running in 1873.
How can I watch the 2024 Preakness Stakes, TV streaming info.?
NBC is home to the 148th Preakness Stakes, providing comprehensive race coverage and analysis live on TV, NBCSports.com, the NBC Sports app and Peacock before, during and after. NBC will also broadcast the 2024 Belmont Stakes.
How can I stream Preakness Stakes live, what channel in Pimlico Race Course ON.?
WBAL-TV 11's live coverage of the Preakness starts with 11 News Saturday Morning at 5 a.m., and a live four-hour special presentation starting at 12:30 p.m.
NBC Sports coverage of the Preakness begins at 4:30 p.m.
on WBAL-TV 11 and streaming on Peacock, NBCSports.com and the NBC Sports app.
Coverage is also available to stream live on TwinSpires.com, the TwinSpires Apple and Android apps and Peacock.
How are horses picked for the Preakness Stakes?
Only three-year-old thoroughbreds can qualify for the Preakness Stakes. The winner of the Kentucky Derby, Federico Tesio Stakes, Oaklawn Invitational and El Camino Real Derby automatically qualify for the Preakness Stakes. Some of the other Kentucky Derby horses that did not win also make the trip to Baltimore.
2024 Preakness Stakes draw, field, odds, post positions
Kentucky Derby winner Mystick Dan opens as the favorite for Saturday’s Preakness Stakes on NBC. While there are no other Kentucky Derby horses in the field.
Below are the post positions for the 2024 Preakness Stakes, including opening odds as of May 15.
It will be updated soon.
Who won the 2023 Preakness Stakes?
National Treasure, who was a 4-1 favorite to win the Preakness, beat seven other horses to cross the finish line at 1:55.12.
2022 Preakness Stakes winner
On May 21, 2022, Early Voting took home the title at the 147th edition of the prestigious Preakness Stakes. Heading into the day, the colt was one of the favorites to get the victory..
What are the biggest Preakness Stakes traditions?
Right after the winner of the Preakness Stakes is announced, a painter climbs a ladder to the top of a replica of the Old Clubhouse and applies the colors of the winning team’s silks to a weather vane shaped like a jockey and horse. After the race, the champion horse is draped with a blanket of black-eyed susans, the state flower of Maryland.
How much do Preakness Stakes 2024 tickets cost, How Can I get tickets online ?
Tickets for this year’s event start off at $60 for general admission.
Tickets are available for purchase online here. Depending on availability, a limited amount of tickets will be available on the day of the event at Pimlico. (Gates open at 8 a.m.)
Black-Eyed Susan Day, 11 a.m. on May 17, features the $250,000 George E. Mitchell Black-Eyed Susan Stakes. Get tickets online . (Gates open at 9 a.m.; Turfside Terrace gates open at 9:30 a.m.)
In addition to the race purse of $1.5 million, the winner of the Preakness receives a replica of the Woodlawn Vase, which is recognized as the most valuable trophy in American sports. The replica is valued at $30,000 and is awarded to the winning owner.
The richest Preakness Stakes purse so far was $1.65 million in 2022.
What do Preakness Stakes winners get, purse, prize money.?
In addition to the race purse of $1.5 million, the winner of the Preakness receives a replica of the Woodlawn Vase, which is recognized as the most valuable trophy in American sports. The replica is valued at $30,000 and is awarded to the winning owner.
The richest Preakness Stakes purse so far was $1.65 million in 2022.
Who's performing at Preakness Stakes LIVE this Year.?
How long is Preakness Stakes course?
"The Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown" at Pimlico is 13⁄16 miles long (70 feet wide).
What is Preakness Stakes record?
The Preakness record was set by Secretariat in 1973 at 1:53.0. Secretariat went on to win the Triple Crown.
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