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Arcangelo Wins Belmont Stakes as a Longshot at 7-1

Belmont Park, New York - June 10, 2023

Arcangelo, a 7-1 longshot, has won the 155th running of the Belmont Stakes, the final leg of the 2023 Triple Crown series.

The race was held at Belmont Park in Elmont, New York, and saw Arcangelo overcome the heavily favored Forte, who came in second.

Arcangelo, ridden by jockey Jose Ortiz, took the lead heading into the final furlong and held off a late challenge from Preakness Stakes winner National Treasure to secure the victory.

The win marks a significant upset in the Belmont Stakes, as Arcangelo was not considered a top contender in the race.

Payouts for the Belmont Stakes are still being finalized, but Arcangelo's victory is expected to result in significant winnings for bettors who backed the longshot.

The Belmont Stakes is the third and final leg of the Triple Crown series, which also includes the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes.

No horse has won the Triple Crown since Justify in 2018, but Arcangelo's victory has reignited hopes that a horse may be able to accomplish the feat this year.

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