In an unprecedented moment in horse racing history, Arcangelo Arcangelo wins Belmont Stakes, and he outshone the competition at the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes, cementing trainer Jena Antonucci’s place as the first woman to secure a victory in any of the Triple Crown races.
The Belmont Stakes win for Arcangelo came against a backdrop of an industry grappling with recent, tragic horse fatalities.
Arcangelo wins Belmont Stakes: A Milestone Victory for Women in Horse Racing
With Arcangelo’s exhilarating Saturday victory, Antonucci shattered glass ceilings, making history as the first female trainer to lead a horse to Triple Crown victory.
This triumphant event is even more poignant as it commemorates the 50th anniversary of Secretariat’s win at Belmont Park, a horse owned by Penny Chenery, a highly revered woman in horse racing history.
Arcangelo’s Striking Performance on the Track
During the highly-anticipated Belmont Stakes, Arcangelo showcased his tenacity and agility, overcoming early race leader and Preakness Stakes winner National Treasure.
