Derby Winner Rich Strike Will Not Compete In Preakness
May 12, 2022 3:04PM EDT
LOUISVILLE, KY – MAY 07: Jockey Sonny Leon aboard Rich Strike (21) wins the148th running of the Kentucky Derby on May 7th, 2022, at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. (Photo by Brian Spurlock/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
After a stunning win in the Kentucky Derby, it seems we won’t be seeing a Triple Crown winner this year.
Rich Strike, the long shot who won the Derby last weekend, is bypassing the Preakness on May 21st.
You can read the full statement from owner, Rick Dawson, here.
A decision hasn’t yet been made on the Belmont Stakes, which is happening June 11th.
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