Racing News & Analysis

Golden Tempo Wins 158th Belmont Stakes with 1 1/4 Length Margin

Golden Tempo won the 158th Belmont Stakes, finishing 1 1/4 lengths ahead in a time of 2:03.49. Jockey Jose Ortiz executed a strong stretch drive, leading Golden Tempo from last to first after a slow pace. Commandment finished second, while Renegade, who placed second in the Kentucky Derby, took third. This victory marked the second Triple Crown race win for trainer Cherie DeVaux, making her the first female trainer with two such victories.