The 151st edition of the legendary Preakness Stakes 2026 is set to bring another thrilling night of Triple Crown racing action as top three-year-old Thoroughbreds battle for glory at Laurel Park on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Horse racing fans across the United States are eagerly waiting to see which contender will rise to the occasion in one of the most prestigious Grade I races of the season.
The 2026 Preakness Stakes will begin at approximately 6:50 p.m. ET and marks a historic moment for the race. For the first time ever, the event is being held at Laurel Park instead of its traditional home at Pimlico Race Course due to ongoing renovations. The race covers a challenging distance of 1 3/16 miles and continues to play a major role in the American Triple Crown series.
One of the biggest storylines entering the race is the absence of 2026 Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo. The Derby champion officially skipped the Preakness, ending hopes of a Triple Crown bid this season. That decision has opened the door for a highly competitive field featuring talented runners from several top stables across the country.
Preakness Stakes 2026 Entries
| Post | Horse | Jockey | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taj Mahal | Sheldon Russell | Brittany T. Russell |
| 2 | Ocelli | Tyler Gaffalione | D. Whitworth Beckman |
| 3 | Crupper | Junior Alvarado | Donnie K. Von Hemel |
| 4 | Robusta | Rafael Bejarano | Doug O’Neill |
| 5 | Talkin | Irad Ortiz Jr. | Danny Gargan |
| 6 | Chip Honcho | José Ortiz | Steven M. Asmussen |
| 7 | The Hell We Did | Luis Saez | Todd W. Fincher |
| 8 | Bull by the Horns | Micah Husbands | Saffie A. Joseph Jr. |
| 9 | Iron Honor | Flavien Prat | Chad C. Brown |
| 10 | Napoleon Solo | Paco Lopez | Chad Summers |
| 11 | Corona de Oro | John R. Velazquez | Dallas Stewart |
| 12 | Incredibolt | Jaime Torres | Riley Mott |
| 13 | Great White | Alex Achard | John Ennis |
| 14 | Pretty Boy Miah | Ricardo Santana Jr. | Jeremiah C. Inglehart |
Preakness Stakes 2026 Live Results
| Finish | Horse | Jockey | Trainer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | — | — | — |
| 2 | — | — | — |
| 3 | — | — | — |
| 4 | — | — | — |
| 5 | — | — | — |
Results will be updated live following the completion of the race.
Preakness Stakes 2026 Undercard Results – Laurel Park
| Race | 1st Place | 2nd Place | 3rd Place | 4th Place |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Race 1 | Boujee Bubblez | Epic Style | Secures Hope | Sally’s Gold |
| Race 2 | Wickeddivine | Freeze the Fire | Uncle Cat | Call Me Andy |
| Race 3 | Limo | Naabaahii | Master Sommelier | Pendar |
| Race 4 | Striker Has Dial | Benedetta | Passage East | Kappa Kappa |
| Race 5 | I Love Giraffes | Mambo Queen | Synergism | Tideoftime |
| Race 6 | Big Cuddle | Final Story | Minorinconvenience | Let’s Go Lando |
Preakness Stakes 2026 Live Results Updates
- Venue: Laurel Park
- Event: Preakness Stakes 2026
- Status: Early undercard races completed, more races still to come throughout the day.
Top Horses to Watch
Several contenders enter the 2026 Preakness Stakes with strong momentum and impressive recent performances. Taj Mahal has drawn attention with consistent finishes and the advantage of local experience under jockey Sheldon Russell. Iron Honor also enters as one of the strongest contenders after showing elite speed in previous graded races.
Chip Honcho, trained by Hall of Fame conditioner Steven Asmussen, is another horse receiving strong support from racing experts. Meanwhile, Incredibolt and Napoleon Solo have emerged as dangerous challengers capable of making late-race moves in the final stretch.
The field also includes several longshot runners looking to pull off a surprise victory in one of horse racing’s biggest events of the year.
Complete Leaderboard and Race Updates
Fans can follow live updates, top finishers, race analysis, and the complete leaderboard throughout the evening as the action unfolds at Laurel Park. The Preakness Stakes remains one of the most watched horse racing events in North America, delivering excitement, dramatic finishes, and unforgettable moments every year.
With no Triple Crown contender in the field, the 2026 edition feels wide open, making this year’s race even more unpredictable and exciting for horse racing fans worldwide.