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Kentucky Derby Winner Sovereignty to Skip Preakness, Target Belmont Stakes

Sovereignty will miss Preakness Stakes in pursuit of Belmont, eliminating chance for Triple Crown for seventh consecutive year.


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Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty will not participate in the Preakness Stakes, as trainer Bill Mott has opted to focus on the Belmont Stakes instead. This decision means there will be no opportunity for a Triple Crown champion for the seventh consecutive year. The announcement was made on Tuesday by 1/ST Racing’s Executive VP, Mike Rogers, who respected Mott's choice. Sovereignty won the Derby under challenging muddy conditions and Mott emphasized the importance of the horse's long-term well-being. Debates over the scheduling of the Triple Crown races continue, with some advocating for a change to enhance participation.

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Trainer Bill Mott's decision to skip the Preakness for Sovereignty reflects a growing recognition in horse racing of the importance of horse welfare over the pursuit of accolades like the Triple Crown.

The absence of a Triple Crown winner for another year highlights the need for reform in the schedule of major races to allow for better recovery for horses, as suggested by various industry voices.

The ongoing trend of top Derby finishers bypassing the Preakness raises questions about the current structure of the Triple Crown races and their ability to attract elite competition.

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