LIVE Friday Belmont Stakes Festival expert picks, odds, horses, news, and handicapping analysis
La Cara wins the Acorn S. at Saratoga 2025 (Photo by Coglianese Photos/Angelo Lieto)
June 6th, 2025
It is time for a jam-packed day of Friday stakes races for the Friday Belmont Stakes Festival! Follow along with us throughout today's stakes races for expert picks, odds, horse racing news, results, and more. Today, you'll find contenders like Kentucky Oaks champion Good Cheer in the Acorn S. (G1), She Feels Pretty in the New York S. (G1), and much more as we prepare for Belmont Day tomorrow. We want to hear who your best bet is for today and Belmont 2025! Stay tuned throughout today's LIVE coverage for the latest horse racing news and input from our panel of experts, Vance Hanson, Kellie Reily, Jason Beem, Keeler Johnson, Dean Keppler, and Jennifer Kelly.
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Today's Stakes Race Schedule & Belmont Stakes Race Schedule
Today's Stakes Race Schedule
| Time | Stakes Race |
| 2:40 PM | Bed o'Roses Stakes (G2) |
| 4:28 PM | Ogden Phipps Stakes (G1) |
| 5:08 PM | Belmont Gold Cup Stakes (G2) |
| 5:56 PM | Acorn Stakes (G1) |
| 6:25 PM | New York Stakes (G1) |
| 7:04 PM | Just a Game Stakes (G1) |
Belmont Stakes Race Schedule
| Time | Stakes Race |
| 1:55 PM | Wonder Again Stakes (G2) |
| 2:37 PM | True North Stakes (G3) |
| 3:17 PM | Metropolitan Handicap (G1) |
| 4:08 PM | Jaipur Stakes (G1) |
| 4:47 PM | Pennine Ridge Stakes (G3) |
| 5:28 PM | Woody Stephens Stakes (G1) |
| 6:09 PM | Manhattan Stakes (G1) |
| 7:04 PM | Belmont Stakes (G1) |
Weather in Saratoga, NY
There is a marginal risk of severe weather today, according to weatherchannel.com. (All Photos courtesy of weatherchannel.com)
Radar set around 2:00 PM when rain is anticipated to begin.
Weather Forecast for the Belmont Stakes
Could expect morning showers, but clear as of now in the evening.
Belmont Post Positions & Belmont Stakes 2025 Odds
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2025 Belmont Stakes Odds, News, and Notes
The last leg of the Triple Crown is almost here. What an exciting race it is shaping up to be as the 2025 Kentucky Derby winner, and Preakness winner go to head-to-head, alongside other worthy contenders. To prepare, TwinSpires brings you their 2025 Belmont Stakes odds, news, and notes so you can stay informed and be prepared to place your best bets this coming Saturday!
You can find all the details of the day below, including handicapping material, expert picks, in-depth analysis, Acorn Stakes Day and Belmont Stakes Day schedules, and much more.
2025 Belmont Stakes Official Betting Guide: Everything you need to know for Belmont Day
Belmont is just around the corner! Are you ready to place your best bets using the 2025 Belmont Stakes Official Betting Guide? Get an in-depth view of all the Belmont S. contenders, tipsheets, Brisnet Speed Rating reports, handicapping content, expert picks, and more from our panel of experts.
Join us on June 7 for a rematch that will shake the stands. Many top Kentucky Derby contenders return for the Belmont S. (G1) to fight for the finish, including probable contender Journalism, winner of Preakness 150, and Sovereignty, winner of Derby 151. Who will stand in the winner's circle for Belmont?
Stay with us throughout Belmont Day during stakes races as we bring you the latest horse racing news, live odds, expert picks, and more. It is sure to be an exciting day of racing!
Belmont Festival FAQ
Everything you need about Belmont 2025
Why is Saratoga the host of the 2025 Belmont Stakes and not Belmont Park?
Belmont Park Racecourse is currently under renovations and is anticipated to be completed by the fall of 2026. Due to the renovations, Saratoga has hosted the Belmont Stakes two years in a row.
Where can I access 2025 Belmont Stakes TV coverage?
TwinSpires makes it easy to watch races straight from your tablet, computer, or phone through our app or online at TwinSpires.com through your TwinSpires account. Find out HERE where to go to see other Belmont Stakes TV coverage.
Where can I find 2025 Belmont Stakes horses and odds?
TwinSpires offers free 2025 Belmont Stakes horses and odds information throughout our site and related Belmont content. You can find current race odds HERE as well!
Where can I find previous Kentucky Derby winners or contenders?
With 151 years of Kentucky Derby races under our belt now, it can be difficult to find them all in one place. However, TwinSpires has you covered. Click HERE to view all the Kentucky Derby winners from the past!
Who won the Belmont Stakes 2024?
The winner of the Belmont Stakes 2024 was Dornoch, with Mindframe second, and Sierra Leone third.
How can I place bets during the 2025 Belmont Stakes live coverage?
TwinSpires offers live betting options, so you can place win, place, show, exacta, trifecta, and superfecta bets directly from your device. During live coverage, you’ll also see expert best bets and strategy tips to help you make informed decisions on the fly.
Who are the favorites and longshots for the 2025 Belmont Stakes?
During our live coverage, we’ll highlight all the top contenders, favorites, and potential longshots worth watching. TwinSpires racing analysts will break down each horse’s recent form, track performance, and odds movement to help you spot value opportunities throughout the day.
What makes the 2025 Belmont Stakes special compared to other Triple Crown races?
The Belmont Stakes is the final and longest leg of the Triple Crown. At 1.5 miles, it tests the stamina and heart of every horse. TwinSpires live coverage offers more than just updates. We bring you deep insight into what makes this race unique, including historical context and real-time strategy.
What should I know before betting on the Belmont Stakes live?
Before you place a bet, review the field, past performances, jockey-trainer combos, and live odds trends. TwinSpires experts provide all this context during live coverage, helping both new and seasoned bettors identify value plays and avoid common betting mistakes.
How can Belmont Stakes live coverage help me spot last-minute betting opportunities?
Belmont Stakes live coverage gives you real time access to track conditions, odds movement, and key updates that can impact your bets just before the race begins. TwinSpires experts watch for late scratches, jockey changes, and how horses behave in the paddock. This live insight helps you make smarter last minute decisions that casual viewers often miss, giving you an edge as the action unfolds.
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