Arcangelo Posts Historic Victory in G1 Belmont Stakes | #belmontstakes #horseracing #triplecrown #womeninsports #history
In a historic victory, Arcangelo won the G1 Belmont Stakes presented by NYRA Bets on Saturday, June 10, 2023. Ridden by jockey Irad Ortiz Jr., Arcangelo held off a late charge from Mo Donegal to win by a nose. The victory was a first for trainer Linda Antonucci, who became the first female trainer to win the Belmont Stakes.
Arcangelo's victory was also a surprise, as he was not considered one of the favorites heading into the race. The colt had finished third in the Preakness Stakes and had not won a race since April. However, he came into the Belmont Stakes with a fresh running style and was able to outlast the field over the long distance.
The victory was a major upset, but it was also a historic moment for women in sports. Antonucci's victory was a long-awaited breakthrough for female trainers in horse racing, and it is sure to inspire other women to pursue their dreams in the sport.