The purse for the 1973 Belmont Stakes, which Secretariat won, was $150,000. This victory was part of his historic Triple Crown achievement, where he won all three races in the series: the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes. Secretariat set a world record in the Belmont, completing the race in 2:24, a time that still stands today.
Yes. A statue.
2:24 flat by Secretariat in 1973.
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Yes, Secretariat traveled to Long Island in 1973 to compete in the Belmont Stakes, which was held at Belmont Park. This race was significant as it marked his attempt to win the Triple Crown after victories in the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness Stakes. Secretariat won the Belmont by an impressive 31 lengths, solidifying his legacy as one of the greatest racehorses in history.
The fastest time was Secretariat's 31 length win in 1973 of 2:24.
Secretariat's winning time was 2:24 flat, a figure that most experts agree may never even be approached. The margin of victory was 31 lengths.
Secretariat won the 1973 Belmont by 31 lengths in 2:24 flat.
Kentucky Derby. Belmont Stakes.Preakness Stakes. Marlboro Cup.
Secretariat's top speed was recorded at about 49 mph during the Belmont Stakes in 1973.
The record time for the Belmont Stakes was set by Secretariat in 1973 in a time of 2 minutes and 24 seconds.
The purse of the 1973 Kentucky Derby was $179,199.
There are two. One at Belmont Park, another at the Kentucky Horse Park.