Since it hasn’t happened since Affirmed in 1978, who would have thought before the start of the Kentucky Derby, that we’d be treated to a horse that has a chance at winning the Triple Crown in 2012?
Anticipation is building and we won’t have to wait much longer to find out if “I’ll Have Another” – will have another win – this time at the Belmont Stakes, June 9, 2012.
For full info on the 2012 race and the history of Belmont visit their web site. Once you get there you’ll also find a chance to win a dream trip to see the race in person. The winner will be announced tomorrow so don’t wait for your chance at this prize package which includes:
+ Two (2) tickets to the 2012 Belmont Stakes at Belmont Park on Saturday, June 9 (Value $200)
+ Two (2) airline tickets (Approximate Value $1,100)
+ Accommodations at the Long Island Marriott (Approximate Value $800).
Note: If the winner lives within 100 miles of Belmont Park, transportation to the track will not be provided.
Read here for further details and for a chance to win!
Ready to get psyched about the Belmont Stakes? Here’s a short video about one of the top contenders to win at Belmont this year – Dullahan:
Whether you are interested in horse racing or not, you have to admire the dedication of all the humans and horses involved in reaching this pinnacle of their careers by running these Triple Crown events. That’s a lot of work and effort for two minutes +/- of “SHOWTIME!”
This year’s prior Triple Crown Events:
Preakness Stakes
Kentucky Derby
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