Belmont Stakes: Quick Facts

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Jockey Victor Espinoza raises his arm in celebration as American Pharoah crosses the finish line to win the Belmont Stakes, with cheering spectators in the background.

Secretariat, ridden by jockey Ron Turcotte, crosses the finish line far ahead of the other horses to win the 1973 Belmont Stakes and Triple Crown.

Jockey Victor Espinoza, wearing a blue and yellow uniform, raises flowers while riding American Pharoah in the winner's circle after winning the Belmont Stakes, surrounded by a cheering crowd.

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