Belmont Stakes draws in more than 3.8 million viewers as Sovereignty takes home victory

Belmont Stakes draws in more than 3.8 million viewers as Sovereignty takes home victory

Sovereignty narrowly defeated Journalism

Jockey Junior Alvarado reacts aboard Sovereignty after winning the 157th running of the Belmont Stakes, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Saratoga Springs, New York. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

Jockey Junior Alvarado holds up the August Belmont trophy after winning the Belmont Stakes, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Saratoga Springs. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Jockey Junior Alvarado and Sovereignty cross the finish line at the Belmont Stakes, Saturday, June 7, 2025. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)