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Golden Tempo Wins Belmont; DeVaux First Female Dual Trainer

6/8/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Golden Tempo won the 158th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on June 6, 2026, finishing in 2:03.49 after skipping the Preakness.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train both Kentucky Derby and Belmont winners in the same year.
Jose Ortiz rode Golden Tempo to victory, marking his fourth win in a Triple Crown race.
A rainbow appeared over the Saratoga track as Golden Tempo crossed the finish line.

History

Historical Context

On May 8 1915, the 41st Kentucky Derby saw Regret, trained by Hall of Famer James G. Rowe Sr. and owned by John W. Gates, become the first filly to win the race and the first undefeated Derby winner. Her victory sparked early gender breakthroughs in American racing, a legacy echoed today as more women assume training and ownership roles.

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Story summary

Golden Tempo won the 158th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on June 6, 2026, finishing in 2:03.49 after skipping the Preakness.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train both Kentucky Derby and Belmont winners in the same year.
Jose Ortiz rode Golden Tempo to victory, marking his fourth win in a Triple Crown race.
A rainbow appeared over the Saratoga track as Golden Tempo crossed the finish line.

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