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The Belmont Stakes: Third Jewel in the Triple Crown

The Belmont Stakes is recognized as the third jewel in horse racing's Triple Crown, after the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. In the case of the Belmont, however, coming in "third" is no disgrace. One might say, with full justification that it is at the Belmont that Triple Crown winners are made. Since the term "Triple Crown" was coined by noted sportswriter Charles Hatton following Gallant Fox's sweep of the Derby, the Preakness and the Belmont in 1930, a mere 10 horses have accomplished horseracing's greatest feat. We can add "Sir Barton" to the list by virtue of his 1919 sweep.