Golden Tempo wins Belmont Stakes, takes two-thirds of Triple Crown after Kentucky Derby victory
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Summary
Golden Tempo, trained by Cherie DeVaux and ridden by jockey Jose Ortiz, won the 158th Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course, capturing the third leg of the Triple Crown five weeks after winning the Kentucky Derby. Golden Tempo (6-1 odds) held off Commandment in second place, with favorite Renegade finishing third. The victory marks more history for trainer Cherie DeVaux, who was born in Saratoga Springs.
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