Seize the Grey Triumphs in Preakness: Triple Crown Hopes Fade for Mystik Dan

Seize the Grey Reigns Victorious in Preakness Stakes, Crushing Mystik Dan's Triple Crown Dreams

After a thrilling race on a rain-drenched track, Seize the Grey emerged as the champion of the 149th Preakness Stakes, dashing Mystik Dan's hopes of claiming the prestigious Triple Crown. The victory marks a triumph for Seize the Grey's trainer, D. Wayne Lukas, and a major setback for Mystik Dan and trainer Kenny McPeek. Seize the Grey's Triumphant Performance From the start, Seize the Grey displayed exceptional speed and agility, maintaining the lead throughout most of the race. As the horses approached the final turn, Mystik Dan surged forward, threatening to overtake Seize the Grey. However, Seize the Grey summoned every ounce of strength, overcoming the muddy conditions and holding off Mystik Dan's relentless pursuit. The victory was particularly noteworthy for Lukas, who at 88 years old became the oldest trainer to win a Triple Crown race. It also marked his seventh Preakness win, further solidifying his legendary status in the sport of horse racing. Mystik Dan's Triple Crown Hopes Fizzle Out As the Kentucky Derby winner, Mystik Dan entered the Preakness Stakes as the favorite to continue his quest for the Triple Crown. Despite concerns about the short turnaround between the Derby and Preakness, trainer Kenny McPeek was optimistic about his horse's chances. However, Mystik Dan's performance fell short of expectations. Although he displayed his trademark speed and determination, he ultimately couldn't match the relentless pace of Seize the Grey. The loss snapped Mystik Dan's four-race winning streak and ended his hopes of becoming the first Triple Crown winner since 2018. Other Notable Performances and Race Details - Catching Freedom and Just Steel:

The other two horses who participated in the Kentucky Derby placed fifth and sixth, respectively, in the Preakness Stakes.

- Muth's Withdrawal:

The favorite, Muth, was scratched from the race due to a spiking fever, removing one of trainer Bob Baffert's horses from contention.

- Large Ownership Group:

Seize the Grey is owned by an impressive 2,570 people, making it one of the largest ownership groups in the sport.

- Purse Distribution:

The purse for the 2024 Preakness Stakes is expected to reach $2 million, with the top five finishers receiving a portion of the prize money.

- Next Leg of the Triple Crown: The Belmont Stakes, the final leg of horse racing's Triple Crown series, will take place on June 8th at Saratoga Race Course in New York.