Preakness Stakes race day proved to be a popular and exciting event at Vancouver’s live horse racing venue, Hastings Racecourse. The Preakness Stakes is the 2nd leg of the Triple Crown of horse racing and is run in Baltimore, Maryland. The ladies and many gents had their best hats and attire on for what was a nice spring day in Vancouver. There were several food trucks and other food vendors doing a brisk business on the outdoor tarmac track side and at the concessions and restaurants inside. Henry’s Chicken was a popular choice for many and is what I chose to have for a quick lunch track side between races. Adding to the excitement was that Mario Gutierrez, a jockey who has raced at Hastings Racecourse in the past, was riding Nyquist, the favorite to win the Preakness Stakes race. There was some exciting horse racing to watch live before and after the Preakness Stakes race and excitement was building as the time for the Preakness Stakes race approached. All eyes were on the big screen TV in the infield as the big race got underway but unfortunately, Mario and Nyquist did not win, finishing a close 3rd. First place went to Exaggerator and 2nd place in a photo finish went to Cherry Wine.
Saturday June 11, 2016 when the Belmont Stakes race takes place, the third race in the triple crown, will be another busy day at the races if the Preakness was any indication, even if there won’t be a triple crown winner.
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