Bet the Belmont Stakes

BETTING THE BELMONT STAKES 101

Where is the Belmont Stakes?

The third leg of the 2024 Triple Crown will take place on Saturday, June 8, when the 156th Belmont Stakes is held at Saratoga Race Course.

How do I bet the Belmont Stakes?

You can bet the Belmont Stakes on NYRA Bets! NYRA Bets is the Official Betting App of the Belmont Stakes. Look for Belmont at SAR in Today's Racing menu on race day, Saturday, June 8. Bet early with Advance Wagering, starting on Thursday for the Friday Belmont card, and on Friday for the Saturday card.

How do I watch the Belmont Stakes?

Watch all the action from Belmont Park on Saturday, June 8 with FOX, FS1 & FS2!

• FS1: 10:30 AM ET - 7 PM ET
• FOX: 4 PM ET - 7 PM ET
• FS2: 7 - 8:10 PM ET

Check your local listings for full showtimes and local details. As always, you can stream the races live and watch replays on NYRA Bets.

History of the Belmont Stakes

The Belmont Stakes, the final jewel of the Triple Crown, is the oldest and longest of the three prestigious horse races. Established in 1867 at Jerome Park Racetrack in the Bronx, the race moved to Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, in 1905. Known as the "Test of the Champion," the Belmont Stakes has provided fans with unforgettable moments, such as Secretariat's stunning 31-length victory in 1973, which remains a benchmark in horse racing history.

2024 Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course

In a historic first, the 2024 Belmont Stakes will be held at Saratoga Race Course to allow for the uninterrupted modernization of Belmont Park. The 156th edition of the Belmont Stakes will take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024, during the four-day Belmont Stakes Racing Festival from June 6 to June 9. This festival will feature 23 stakes races with total purses of $9.7 million, the highest since the festival's inception in 2014.

Due to the configuration of Saratoga's main track, the Belmont Stakes will be contested at 1 1/4 miles in 2024 instead of the traditional 1 1/2 miles. Additionally, the purse for the Belmont Stakes will increase from $1.5 million to $2 million, marking the first significant increase since 2014.

Watch and Bet on the Belmont Stakes

Fans can watch and bet on the race using the official app of the Belmont Stakes, NYRA Bets. As the official betting app of the New York Racing Association, NYRA Bets provides a safe and convenient way to wager on the race from anywhere in the country.

Whether you're a seasoned horse racing fan or a newcomer to the sport, the Belmont Stakes is a must-see event. Don't miss your chance to bet on the Belmont Stakes and witness history in the making.

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