Preakness Stakes 2024: Expert Picks, Horses, Odds, and Time
- May 19, 2024 01:01am
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The 149th Preakness Stakes is set to take place on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. Here are the latest predictions, picks, and odds from experts, including Gene Menez, who successfully predicted the winner of last year's Run for the Roses.
The Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the coveted Triple Crown, is one of the most prestigious horse races in the world. With a total purse of $1.5 million, it attracts the top three-year-old thoroughbreds from across the country.
Based on their performance in the Kentucky Derby and other preparatory races, several horses have emerged as strong contenders for the Preakness Stakes 2024:
* **Epicenter:** The Kentucky Derby favorite, Epicenter finished second to Rich Strike. He is known for his consistency and strong finishing speed.
* **Rich Strike:** The unlikely Kentucky Derby winner, Rich Strike is a long-shot candidate but has proven his grit and determination.
* **Early Voting:** The Preakness Stakes Trial winner, Early Voting is a powerful horse with a strong kick.
* **Cyberknife:** The Arkansas Derby winner, Cyberknife is a speedy and versatile runner.
* **Zandon:** The Blue Grass Stakes winner, Zandon is a consistent performer and has a strong finish.
Menez, who correctly predicted National Treasure's victory in the 2023 Run for the Roses, has released his picks for the Preakness Stakes:
* **Win:** Zandon
* **Place:** Cyberknife
* **Show:** Epicenter
* **Brad Free, BloodHorse:** Early Voting to win
* **David Aragona, Daily Racing Form:** Zandon to win
* **Marty McGee, ESPN:** Epicenter to win
According to TwinSpires, the following odds are available as of March 2024:
* Epicenter: 2-1
* Zandon: 5-2
* Cyberknife: 9-2
* Early Voting: 4-1
* Rich Strike: 15-1
The 149th Preakness Stakes will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. The race is scheduled to start at 6:45 pm EDT (11:45 pm GMT).
The 2024 Preakness Stakes is shaping up to be an exciting race with a field of talented horses. While Epicenter remains the favorite, there are several other contenders who have the potential to upset the odds. With the expert picks and predictions provided, racing enthusiasts can make informed decisions when placing their bets on this prestigious event.
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