When was preakness 2017

But no. Cloud Computing, who finished second in the Grade 3 Gotham and third in the Grade 2 Wood Memorial, began to show why he had some talk as a viable longshot. He thundered back and went head-to-head with Classic Empire as they approached the finish line, passing him by just enough to give jockey Javier Castellano and trainer Chad Smith the victory.

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Preakness Stakes results: Full finishing order. Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email. Below is the full finishing order of the Preakness. I'll use toss in Gunnevera underneath and play an exacta , as he should have a better chance to rally from off what looks like a hot pace, something he couldn't do over an inside speed track in the Derby. Brian offers in-depth horse-by-horse analysis here.

Ed DeRosa , d irector of marketing for Brisnet. I have two strong opinions on the Preakness Stakes: 1 Classic Empire is the best bet to win the race, and 2 Gunnevera is the best bet after the top two choices.

So why Classic Empire? Now we get two more weeks of seasoning after a good race and missed training before that, less pace in a shorter field, and a fast track.

All those variables give me confidence to back him at and try to fade Always Dreaming. This is a BETA experience. You may opt-out by clicking here.

More From Forbes. Nov 10, , pm EST. Nov 10, , am EST. Edit Story. May 19, , am EDT. Follow me on Twitter. Cloud Computing didn't run in the Derby, and his close win at Pimlico will undoubtedly add fuel to the debate regarding the use of fresh horses in Triple Crown horse racing.

While Always Dreaming wasn't a factor on Saturday, juvenile champion Classic Empire may have won the race on fresh legs, as he's known for his closing speed. It's worth noting fresh horses tend to have more success at the Belmont Stakes—the final leg of the Triple Crown—than they do in the Preakness, however. Cloud Computing wins the Preakness! Enjoy our content?