Sports
Belmont Stakes Betting
The Belmont Stakes has had an illustrious history since 1867. Saratoga Race Course hosted the 158th running of the 12-furlong race on June 6, 2026. That race was won by Golden Tempo.
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Twelve furlongs on dirt
The Belmont Stakes covers 12 furlongs, the longest of any Triple Crown race. It's also one of the longest first-class races on dirt in the US.
Pools, deposits and payouts
The race has traditionally featured pari-mutuel wagering, where bettors bet against each other, and odds constantly change. To place a bet, deposit funds via debit card, PayPal or online banking. Payouts stay low when favorites win but can create massive payouts with longshots.
When a horse is withdrawn
Bookmakers reduce payouts if a runner is withdrawn, but only deduct winnings, not stakes. Ante-post bets are an exception to Rule 4 deductions.
Rule 4: what a withdrawn horse costs your winnings
| Example: ₦1,000 win bet at 5/1 = ₦5,000 winnings | Deduction comes off winnings, the full stake is returned |
|---|---|
| Withdrawn horse 1/9 or shorter: ₦500 winnings | 90p deduction |
| Withdrawn horse Evens to 6/5: ₦2,750 winnings | 45p deduction |
| Withdrawn horse 9/5 to 9/4: ₦3,500 winnings | 30p deduction |
| Withdrawn horse 6/1 to 9/1: ₦4,500 winnings | 10p deduction |
| Withdrawn horse 10/1 to 14/1: ₦4,750 winnings | 5p deduction, some sites skip it |
| Withdrawn horse over 14/1: ₦5,000 winnings | No deduction |
| Ante-post bet struck before race day | Not subject to Rule 4 |