Golden Tempo wins 158th Belmont Stakes, Commandment places, Renegade shows
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 7, 2026, 12:51 AM
Last updated Jun 7, 2026
Golden Tempo triumphed in the 158th Belmont Stakes, held on June 6, 2026, at Saratoga Race Course. The horse, ridden by Jose Ortiz, closed strongly to finish ahead of Commandment, with Renegade rounding out the top three. Golden Tempo's victory marks a historic achievement for trainer Cherie DeVaux, making her the first female trainer to win multiple Triple Crown races. The win defied expectations on a track favoring speed horses, showcasing Golden Tempo's exceptional closing ability.
- •Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes on June 6, 2026.
- •Commandment finishes second, Renegade takes third.
- •Jose Ortiz rode Golden Tempo to victory.
- •Cherie DeVaux makes history as first female trainer with multiple Triple Crown wins.
- •Golden Tempo's win defies track bias against closers.
- 12:51 AMYahoo Sports — Belmont Stakes Results: Golden Tempo Wins, Commandment Places, Renegade Shows
"Splattered in dirt, deep closer Golden Tempo taught the Belmont field a masterclass in how to win at a mile-and-a-quarter on Saturday. Here, the breakdown.
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