What was Sovereignty's performance in the Kentucky Derby before winning the Belmont Stakes?

Sovereignty won the Kentucky Derby by 1 1/2 lengths, defeating Journalism on a sloppy track at Churchill Downs with a career-best time of 2:02.31.

Why did Sovereignty skip the Preakness Stakes after winning the Kentucky Derby?

Sovereignty skipped the Preakness Stakes to focus on the Belmont Stakes, thus missing the chance for a Triple Crown. The decision was made by trainer Bill Mott[4].

Why was the Belmont Stakes relocated to Saratoga Springs?

The Belmont Stakes was relocated to Saratoga Springs due to renovations at Belmont Park.

What was the time and margin of victory for Sovereignty in the Belmont Stakes?

Sovereignty completed the Belmont Stakes in 2 minutes and 0.69 seconds, winning by three lengths over Journalism.

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Sovereignty Triumphs at 157th Belmont Stakes in Saratoga Springs

Sovereignty clinched victory in the 157th Belmont Stakes, defeating Journalism by three lengths, marking its second win at this prestigious race.

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Sovereignty won the 157th Belmont Stakes held in Saratoga Springs, New York, finishing three lengths ahead of Journalism.

This victory marks Sovereignty's second win at the Belmont Stakes, with odds of 2-to-1.

Sovereignty previously won the Kentucky Derby but skipped the Preakness, missing the chance for a Triple Crown.

The Belmont Stakes was relocated to Saratoga Race Course due to renovations at Belmont Park.

Sovereignty completed the race in 2 minutes and 0.69 seconds, solidifying its status as a top contender in horse racing.

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: Sovereignty won the Kentucky Derby by 1 1/2 lengths, defeating Journalism on a sloppy track at Churchill Downs with a career-best time of 2:02.31.
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: Sovereignty skipped the Preakness Stakes to focus on the Belmont Stakes, thus missing the chance for a Triple Crown. The decision was made by trainer Bill Mott[4].
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America's Best Racing
: The Belmont Stakes was relocated to Saratoga Springs due to renovations at Belmont Park.
: Sovereignty completed the Belmont Stakes in 2 minutes and 0.69 seconds, winning by three lengths over Journalism.

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