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Two or three weeks after the Kentucky Derby, comes the second leg of the Triple Crown Series which is the Preakness Stakes. This horse racing event is more popularly known as “The Run For The Black-Eyed Susans” giving pride to the Maryland state flower. The Preakness Stakes is often held in the Pimlico racetrack, situated in Baltimore, Maryland.
Aside from the fact that that Preakness is attended by a large number of crowds, it is also expected that the racing horses who will be joining the event are the same entries who graced the Kentucky Derby, the first leg of the Triple Crown competition. The Preakness is also said to give out the most expensive crown when compared to any other horse racing show that you may know.
With that said, a lot of horse racing enthusiasts are looking forward to taking part in the event. In fact, this year’s betting entails the most exciting game because bookmakers have made the odds more challenging for those who make predictions. While Preakness is right around the corner, let’s dig into more ideas on how you can bet to this horse racing show as well as other important things you need to take note before you head on to the racing show or even place your bet.
2019 Preakness Stakes Predictions and Picks
The 2019 Preakness Stakes Odds, Predictions, and Picks are constantly being updated by bookmakers based on the performances of each horse racer. Since the Preakness Stakes is the second leg of the Triple Crown Series, the odds are usually determined with regards to a result of the Kentucky Derby. As stated, the horse racer with the highest odds earned are the winners of the first leg of the Triple Crown Series. In the recent picks, horse racing experts consider Bob Baffert, A Hall of Famer horse trainer to dominate this year’s Preakness Stakes. Known for this unique horse training ability, he has high hopes of becoming the big winner this year.
The most favorite pick to win the Preakness this year is Bob Baffert’s, Game Winner. He had been earning positive feedbacks and reviews due to the fact that before the Triple Crown season had started, he has been a title holder for minor horse racing shows. The second pick is still Bob Baffert’s surprising entry which is Mucho Gusto. He came as a surprise entry because Baffert did not consider him first because he might not be able to show a great running skill’ however, his past performances were all outstanding.
Aside from the fact that a lot of horse racing experts are looking forward to Bob Baffert’s winning streak this year for Preakness because of his strong line ups, there are still several horses that made it to the list of latest picks to bet for the Preakness Stakes 2019. War of Will and Vekoma are East Coast entries which deem to be a dark horse and might beat Game Winner and Mucho Gusto. Once they made it, surely these horses will head on to the final leg of Triple Crown Series with high hopes in getting the crown.
The Preakness 2019
This year’s edition of Preakness Stakes will take place in Pimlico Park, Baltimore, Maryland. The Preakness has the same level of anticipation as the Kentucky and Belmont Stakes. It will follow two or three weeks after the Kentucky Derby. Aside from the fact the Preakness Stakes is attended by the strongest three-year-old thoroughbred races, the event also showcases different party events that you can dive in to have a full entertainment experience.
Despite the fact that the Preakness Stakes has the shortest race course compared to Kentucky and Belmont, it’s the second most attended horse racing event in the country following the Kentucky Derby. The Infieldfest that Preakness holds entails a primary reason why a lot of horse racing fans are looking forward to this event. This is primarily attended by world-renowned DJ’s and of course, some of your favorite Hollywood celebrities.
Betting The Preakness Stakes Online
Aside from the fact that you can bet the Preakness Stakes offline, the most efficient way to do it is through placing a bet online. The bookmakers will always set the odds for you to have a preview of how your entry will perform on the race day and this will be referred to their previous performances in the Kentucky Derby. Take note that there are different sports betting sites you can find online; however, in choosing the right one you need to make sure that the gambling site is accredited by the gambling industry and the bookmakers.
Also, before you register on your desired website to place your bet, you need to review the site’s terms and conditions, their minimum and maximum withdrawal and deposit amounts, as well as their payment options. This is to make sure that if you win the bet, you won’t have a hard time claiming your prize.