Favorite Mo Donegal romped to victory at the 154th Belmont Stakes on Saturday while Rich Strike, the longshot winner of the Kentucky Derby could not pull off another surprise at Elmont, New York.
What happened to Rich Strike in the Belmont 2022?
– Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike’s odyssey through the 2022 Triple Crown campaign ended in disappointment Saturday at Belmont Park. Despite his 6th-place finish in the 154th running of the Belmont Stakes, owner Rick Dawson has his sites set on another race this summer in the Empire State.
What happened to Rich Strike horse?
A day after finishing fourth in the Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1), RED TR-Racing’s Kentucky Derby (G1) victor Rich Strike departed Keeneland to return to trainer Eric Reed’s Mercury Equine Center, where he will get a break before a 2023 campaign.
Is Rich Strike running in the Belmont Stakes 2022?
The 2022 Belmont Stakes will feature three horses who ran in the Kentucky Derby — Rich Strike, Mo Donegal (fifth) and Barber Road (sixth) — and two who ran in the Preakness — Creative Minister (third) and Skippylongstocking (fifth).
Why was Rich Strike jockey suspended?
The stewards’ ruling issued Sunday by the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission accused Leon of “intentionally attempting to interfere with and impede the progress of a rival by repeatedly making physical contact with another rider in the stretch.”
Who rode Rich Strike in the Belmont Stakes 2022?
Jockey Irad Ortiz Jr. rides Mo Donegal to victory in the 154th running of the Belmont Stakes in Elmont, N.Y., on Saturday.
What are odds on Rich Strike Belmont Stakes 2022?
7-2
We the People is the 2-1 favorite in the 2022 Belmont Stakes odds.
2022 Belmont Stakes odds, field, contenders, lineup.
| Horse | Odds | Projection |
|---|---|---|
| Rich Strike | 7-2 | SEE PICKS |
| Creative Minister | 6-1 | SEE PICKS |
| Nest | 8-1 | SEE PICKS |
| Barber Road | 10-1 | SEE PICKS |
What happened to the jockey who rode Rich Strike?
But while Leon filed an objection, both jockeys were suspended and their mounts disqualified. Ultra Rays had crossed the finish line second; One Glamorous Gal third. Leon’s suspension was originally set at eight days but was reduced to four because he did not appeal.
Is Rich Strike a descendant of Secretariat?
Nearly all of the Derby entrants can count Secretariat as an ancestor at some point. The 1973 Triple Crown legend factors especially as the broodmare sire of A.P. Indy, Gone West, and Storm Cat. The outliers lacking Secretariat are Tawny Port, Summer Is Tomorrow, and Rich Strike.
Who own Rich Strike the horse?
Owner Richard Dawson
Rich Strike’s Owner Richard Dawson on an Incredible Kentucky Derby and a Belmont Bid. Rich Strike caught the attention of trainer Eric Reed when he was entered for a $30,000 claiming price in a one-mile dirt race last Sept.
What time will Rich Strike run in the Belmont?
| BELMONT STAKES | ||
|---|---|---|
| Date | Time (ET) | Event |
| Sat., June 11 | 3 p.m. | Belmont Stakes Undercard |
| 5 p.m. | Belmont Stakes |
What number is Rich Strike in the Belmont Stakes?
4 gate in the 2022 Belmont Stakes on Saturday at Belmont Park. Rich Strike hasn’t run since he pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Kentucky Derby history.
Is Rich Strike still racing?
Rich Strike is a 3 year old colt and has raced from 2021 to 2022. He was sired by Keen Ice out of the Smart Strike mare Gold Strike. He was trained by Eric Reed and has raced for Richard Dawson, and was bred in Kentucky, United States by Calumet Farm.
How much did they pay for the horse Rich Strike?
In September 2021, horse trainer Eric Reed, on behalf of Richard Dawson’s RED-TR Racing, bought Rich Strike for $30,000 at a claiming race at Churchill Downs. Jockey Sonny Leon rode Rich Strike to his victory in the 148th Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on May 7, 2022.
How much money did Rich Strike make his owner?
Rich Strike is owned by RED TR-Racing LLC, which bought him for $30,000 last fall. This was the second victory of the horse’s career and the owner received as much as $1.86 million.
Was Rich Strike a claiming horse?
17, 2021, his second career start. The Keen Ice colt won a $30,000 maiden claiming race by 17 1/4 lengths, covering a mile in 1:36.84. Rich Strike was claimed out of that race by owner Richard Dawson on Eric Reed’s recommendation.
Who was the filly in the Belmont Stakes?
Curlin put his nose in front briefly, but the filly fought back and beat him to the finish line by a head. Rags to Riches‘ win made her only the third filly to ever win the Belmont and the first since Tanya in 1905. She was also the first filly to win the race at the current 1½-mile distance at Belmont Park.
What did the Belmont pay 2022?
With the total purse amount coming in at $1.5 million, the winning horse at Belmont will take home $800,000, followed by $280,000 for the runner-up finisher. Here’s a look at what’s on the line: First Place: $800,000. Second Place: $280,000.
How much does it cost to enter a horse in the Belmont Stakes?
$15,000
For the Belmont Stakes, the cost is $15,000 to enter and another $15,000 to start. Nomination Form: The 2022 nomination form may be viewed here.
How many horses are running in Belmont Stakes 2022?
This is the first year since 1954 that the Kentucky Derby winner skipped the Preakness and the Preakness winner skipped the Belmont. Rich Strike will face seven horses in the 1.5-mile Test of the Champion, as the Belmont Stakes is nicknamed.
Who owned Secretariat when he died?
Helen “Penny” Chenery
Helen “Penny” Chenery, owner of 1973 Triple Crown winner Secretariat and a well-loved figure in her own right as a champion of Thoroughbreds and women in business and sports, died Sept. 16, in her Colorado home following complications from a stroke. She was 95.