Horse Racing is generally considered to be a sport that offers a more interactive experience than any other game. Maryland hosts a thrilling event Preakness Stakes every year at Pimlico Race Course and the most interesting part is that the participants of the race are 3 years old! Why should the fun be limited to adults only, right? This American flat thoroughbred horse race is celebrating its 137th season this year and 137th Preakness Stakes tickets are available for sale already!
Preakness Stakes was inaugurated in 18
th century as a Grade 1 race that would not exceed a distance of 9.5 furlongs on dirt. It has three levels and requires a horse to win the race in each stage to get to US Triple Crown. The game started off with merely seven participants in 1873 and now its number of participants has got manifold. Preakness is the second leg of the Triple Crown Racing Series and has a history of attracting
Kentucky Derby winners. The thrill begins in the game as soon as the horses are set along with their riders to start the race. With the excitement on peak, the spirits of the audiences are raised as soon as the song ‘Maryland, My Maryland’ is played. Running the race through the dirt tracks isn’t a straight and an easy game; it involves a lot of risk for the rider as well as the horse. But, Preakness Stakes ensures that safety is kept intact.
137th Preakness Stakes has planned a complete entertainment program for its visitors. It has lined up some well known music bands for live performance at the event. The list is highlighted by
Maroon 5, Little Big Town, The Darkness, Wiz Khalifa and Mr. Greengenes. With all these musicians together, the event will cater to the musical interests of a wide variety of audiences. While their children play the game, they can take the pleasure of not only watching them win but also by listening to their favorite soundtracks.
137th Preakness Stakes also offers other fun filled activities apart from just listening to music. After the race, the fans can take pictures with their favorite jockey and also make a trip to the winner’s circle. Now this is no less than a treat for the horse racing fans!
The horses are trained for the upcoming race and the participant list is prepared. The winners of Preakness Stakes so far have made an amazing record with their specific timings. This year, the existing records are expected to be a broken with a new outstanding figure. The coaches are confident about their training and are looking forward for
137th Preakness Stakes. The event is just around the corner and the schedule has been made public.
137th Preakness Stakes tickets are available now for ardent fans and have been reported to be in high demand. So without wasting any other moment, get them before you miss out on the chance to attend the thrilling horse racing event!
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