Journalism wins 2025 Preakness Stakes
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This year’s field is headlined by Journalism, the runner-up of this year’s Kentucky Derby and the morning line favorite in the 2025 Preakness. Other contenders include Sandman, the winner of the 2025 Arkansas Derby (G1); Clever Again, the 2025 Hot Springs Stakes (LS) champion; and River Thames, the 2025 Fountain of Youth Stakes (G2) runner-up
The 150th Preakness Stakes will be the final horse race at Maryland's Pimlico Race Course, prior to a massive rebuild project.
Thousands of fans both in the infield and in the stands were decked out in fun and vibrant outfits to enjoy one of the biggest events in horse racing. These included celebrities like former Baltimore Ravens linebacker and Football Hall of Famer Ray Lewis, Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and social media star Griffin Johnson.
The road to Pimlico kicks off Saturday. Watch top horses and contenders in the Preakness Prep races, airing live on CNBC before the 150th Preakness.