Sovereignty bested Journalism on Saturday in a Kentucky Derby rematch to win the 157th Belmont Stakes, the second hosted at Saratoga.

Sovereignty, who entered the race with 2-to-1 odds, defeated a field of seven challengers. Journalism finished in second place.

Belmont Stakes 2025 Results & Payouts After Sovereignty's Big Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Belmont Stakes 2025 results are in: Sovereignty followed up a Kentucky Derby win with another big victory. After a long layoff following the Kentucky Derby win, Sovereignty finished strong in Saturday's race to come in first place.