Preakness Stakes Winner Journalism Takes Home Big Payout
After finishing second in the Kentucky Derby, Journalism took home first place at the Preakness Stakes. Journalism was the odds on favorite to win the race and snuck through at the very last moment to cross the finish line ahead of Gosger by a half-length. Journalism's jockey, Umberto Rispoli, became the first Italian to win a Triple Crown race. The win also gave Journalism's trainer, Michael W. McCarthy, his second victory at the Preakness Stakes
How Much Does Journalism Win for First Place in the Preakness
This year's total prize purse is $2 million, the same as the 2024 total purse, which was the highest in the race's history. The first-place winner, Journalism, takes home $1.2 million of that $2 million total purse. Additionally, Journalism receives a replica of the Woodlawn Vase trophy, considered the "most valuable trophy in sports."
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Full Preakness Results
1. Journalism
2. Gosger
3. Sandman
4. Goal Oriented
5. Heart of Honor
6. River Thames
7. Pay Billy
8. American Promise
9. Clever Again
2025 Preakness Stakes Betting Payouts
1. Journalism: Win ($4.00), Place ($2.80), Show ($2.40)
2. Gosger: Place ($9.00), Show ($5.40)
3. Sandman: Show ($3.60)
This year's Preakness Stakes was certainly special. Not only was it the 150th anniversary of the iconic race, but it's also the last time the race was held at Pimlico Race Course. Known as the Middle Jewel of horse racing's triple crown, this year's Preakness featured nine thoroughbreds.
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