Belmont Park

By Kimberly Gatto

Subjects: History, SPORTS & RECREATION / Horse Racing, Horse racing, New york (n.y.), history, Belmont Park (Elmont, N.Y.)

Description: "BelmontPark is best known for the annual Belmont Stakes, the challenging final leg ofracing's Triple Crown. But Belmont is also renowned because nearly everyAmerican champion Thoroughbred has competed on its grounds. Named for theillustrious Belmont family, the track has seen many exciting races since itopened in 1905. In addition to the eleven Triple Crown winners, Belmont Parkhas hosted legends of yesteryear--such as Man o' War and Nashua--and modern-daysuperstars like Curlin and Rachel Alexandra. In addition to the Belmont Stakes,the track is home to other important races, including the Jockey Club Gold Cupand the "Met Mile", and it periodically hosts the Breeder's Cup. Join author Kimberly Gatto as she explores Belmont's most exciting moments"--