💨 Abstract

Journalism, the Kentucky Derby runner-up and Preakness winner, is the 8-5 favorite for the Belmont Stakes, drawing the No. 7 post. Derby winner Sovereignty, who skipped the Preakness, is the second favorite at 2-1 from the No. 2 post. Trainer Michael McCarthy praised Journalism's consistent performance, while trainer Bill Mott noted Sovereignty's improvement and good form.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff