Overview
The Preakness Stakes is the second leg of the American Triple Crown and one of the defining races for three-year-old Thoroughbreds. First run in 1873, the race is traditionally associated with Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland, and is contested at 1 3/16 miles (9.5 furlongs) on dirt.
The 151st Preakness was held at Laurel Park in 2026 while Pimlico underwent redevelopment, with Napoleon Solo winning for trainer Chad Summers and jockey Paco Lopez. The 152nd Preakness is scheduled for Sunday, May 23, 2027, when the race returns to Pimlico Race Course.
Entries & Odds
Entries, post positions, and morning-line odds for the 2027 Preakness Stakes will be published here as the field is finalized closer to race day.
Race Day Schedule
The full Preakness weekend schedule and confirmed race times at Pimlico will be posted here as official details are released.
History
The Preakness Stakes was first run in 1873, making it the second-oldest of the three Triple Crown races behind the Belmont Stakes. Over its history, the race has been held at several distances, but the modern distance of 1 3/16 miles has been in place since 1925.
Pimlico Race Course has been the race’s historic home for most of its existence. In 2026, the Preakness moved temporarily to Laurel Park while Pimlico was rebuilt. The event returns to Baltimore in 2027, beginning a new chapter at the redeveloped venue.
The Preakness is known as the Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown and follows the Kentucky Derby before the series concludes with the Belmont Stakes. Its winner is traditionally honored with a blanket inspired by Maryland’s black-eyed Susan.
Past Winners
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Napoleon Solo | Paco Lopez | Chad Summers | 1:58.69 |
| 2025 | Journalism | Umberto Rispoli | Michael W. McCarthy | 1:55.47 |
| 2024 | Seize the Grey | Jaime A. Torres | D. Wayne Lukas | 1:56.82 |
| 2023 | National Treasure | John R. Velazquez | Bob Baffert | 1:55.12 |
| 2022 | Early Voting | Jose Ortiz | Chad Brown | 1:54.54 |
| 2021 | Rombauer | Flavien Prat | Michael W. McCarthy | 1:53.62 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the 2027 Preakness Stakes?
The 152nd Preakness Stakes is scheduled for Sunday, May 23, 2027, at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland.
How long is the Preakness Stakes?
The Preakness is run at 1 3/16 miles, or 9.5 furlongs, on dirt.
Where is the Preakness Stakes held?
The Preakness returns to Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore for 2027 after the 2026 edition was temporarily held at Laurel Park during Pimlico’s redevelopment.
Where does the Preakness fit in the Triple Crown?
The Preakness is the second race in the Triple Crown, following the Kentucky Derby and preceding the Belmont Stakes.
Who won the most recent Preakness Stakes?
Napoleon Solo won the 151st Preakness in 2026 at Laurel Park, ridden by Paco Lopez and trained by Chad Summers.