SouthernWorldwide.com – The thrill of watching the Belmont Stakes is amplified when there’s a chance to win money. This Saturday, June 6, you can experience both by tuning into FOX for the Belmont Stakes and participating in the free Super 6 game. Post time is set for 7:04 p.m. ET.
To enter the Belmont Stakes contest, simply predict the correct answers to six questions before the race begins. Your accurate predictions could lead to cash prizes, with rewards for the top six finishers.
It’s a straightforward and entirely free way to engage with the excitement of the Triple Crown’s final leg. Read on for expert insights into this weekend’s highly anticipated race.
1. Will Renegade (+190 odds) Win, Place, or Show in the 2026 Belmont Stakes?
The options are: Win, Place, Show, or None of the above.
Renegade stands out as the favorite, having narrowly missed a Derby win despite a challenging post position. Many consider him the top 3-year-old in the country. His trainer, Todd Pletcher, and jockey, Irad Ortiz Jr., have a strong track record in this prestigious race.
When this formidable duo has teamed up for a Belmont Stakes contender, the horse has consistently finished no worse than second. However, this prediction leans towards Renegade securing second place, acknowledging the strong competition from Chief Wallabee and Emerging Market, both considered top contenders to win. Additionally, Commandment and the Derby winner, Golden Tempo, possess the potential to reach the winner’s circle.
Prediction: Place
2. Rank the horses by BEST FINISHING POSITION at the Belmont Stakes (best to worst):
The horses to rank are: Renegade (+190), Golden Tempo (+500), Chief Wallabee (+375), and Commandment (+600).
There’s a concern that Golden Tempo might not benefit from a fast-paced race, placing him fourth among this group. Commandment’s Derby performance is likely an anomaly, given the interference he faced at the start and being forced wide. While he has secured wins in graded stakes races in Florida, it’s anticipated that both Chief Wallabee and Renegade will prove superior as the season progresses.
The decision between ranking Chief Wallabee or Renegade first was difficult. Chief Wallabee was a strong contender for the Derby, but a less-than-ideal trip hindered his performance. It seems he often encounters obstacles that prevent him from achieving victory. Therefore, Renegade is predicted to have the best finish, as he has demonstrated the ability to overcome challenging races, and Todd Pletcher consistently prepares his horses for peak performance in the Belmont.
Prediction: Renegade, Chief Wallabee, Commandment, Golden Tempo
3. Which of the following will occur?
The options are: Exacta — Renegade/Tempo, Exacta — Golden Tempo/Renegade, Renegade to finish outside the top 3, or None of the above.
None of these specific outcomes are expected to materialize on Saturday. An exacta involving Golden Tempo and Renegade, in either order, is not anticipated. Furthermore, Renegade is not expected to finish outside the top three. Selecting “None of the above” will earn you 10 points in the contest.
Prediction: None of the above
4. Predict Chief Wallabee’s FINISHING POSITION (+375 Odds):
The finishing position ranges are: 1-3, 3-5, 5-7, 7-8+.
Chief Wallabee is expected to perform strongly and secure a place in the top finishers. He should avoid the traffic issues encountered in the Derby. The horse is well-rested and has been training effectively. Trainer Bill Mott has a history of success at this track and in this particular race.
It would be surprising if Chief Wallabee did not finish within the top three.
Prediction: 1-3
5. Which horse will have the BEST FINISHING POSITION at the 2026 Belmont Stakes?
Among the runners trained by Chad Brown, Emerging Market is the most favored and is the predicted winner of the race. In the Derby, he was positioned too close to a fast pace, trapped on the inside, and lost a shoe during the race. A common path to success in the Belmont involves a Derby runner who bypasses the Preakness and enters the Belmont fresh.
Emerging Market fits this profile, as do Chief Wallabee, Renegade, Golden Tempo, and Commandment. However, as a bettor, the choice is Emerging Market.
Prediction: Emerging Market
6. Will Golden Tempo (+500 odds) Win, Place, or Show in the 2026 Belmont Stakes?
Although Golden Tempo clinched the Derby victory, securing a place in history for himself and trainer Cherie DeVaux, it’s believed that Chief Wallabee, Emerging Market, and Renegade possess higher potential on their best days with a fair track and a clean trip.
Coupled with a potentially slower pace that may not favor Golden Tempo, an off-the-board finish is a distinct possibility.
Prediction: None of the above
