2026 Belmont Stakes scheduled for June 6 at Saratoga Race Course
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Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The 2026 Belmont Stakes will take place on Saturday, June 6, at Saratoga Race Course in Saratoga Springs, New York. This marks a change from its usual venue at Belmont Park, which is undergoing redevelopment. The post time for the race is set for 7:04 p.m. It will feature a $2 million purse, attracting horses such as Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo, who is expected to compete after skipping the Preakness Stakes. The post position draw is scheduled for 5 p.m. today, June 1.
- •2026 Belmont Stakes on June 6 at Saratoga Race Course
- •Post time set for 7:04 p.m. on race day
- •Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo expected to race
- •Post position draw scheduled for 5 p.m. on June 1
- •Race features a $2 million purse
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