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6 June, 2025

Journalism will pay out just short of $200 for every $100 bet should he win the 2025 Belmont Stakes.

Journalism was sired by Curlin out of the Uncle Mo mare Mopotism.

Key Factors That Could Lead to Journalism Winning This Year's Belmont Stakes

Past Performance (10)

He finished 2nd in the slop at the Kentucky Derby but triumphed at the Preakness Stakes three weeks ago.

Journalism ran right by Gosger to give trainer Michael McCarthy his second win in a Triple Crown race.

“A lot of bouncing around there,” McCarthy said. “When I saw that, I kind of resigned myself to the fact it was another fantastic effort and maybe come up a little bit short. But it just goes to show the testament that this horse has. Couldn’t be prouder of him.

Why Journalism Might Not Win This Year's Belmont Stakes

Trainer (4)

McCarthy's first Belmont Stakes entry was with Rombauer, who finished third in the race. He has not had any additional experience racing in the Belmont Stakes

Jockey (4)

As of June 6, 2025, Umberto Rispoli is set to make his debut in the Belmont Stakes.

Odds to Win the 2025 Belmont Stakes

Rot     To Win The 2025 Belmont Stakes     Moneyline
1     Hill Road         +1600
2     Sovereignty         +190
3     Rodriguez         +600
4     Uncaged         +5000
5     Crudo         +2400
6     Baeza         +425
7     Journalism         +190
8     Heart of Honor         +3400

All odds courtesy of BetPhoenix

By Don Shapiro

Don is the lead sports reporter for Gambling911.com AM hours in North America and has been writing for the site for well over a decade. He was born and raised in New Jersey.

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