Here’s everything you need to know about the 148th Preakness Stakes.
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WATCH HEREThe Preakness Stakes is one of the highest-profile events in horse racing in the United States.
With it being one of three iconic races of the Triple Crown, a nice, big payout is awarded to the winning horse and its squad.
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It’s anyone’s race, to say the least. But how much does the winner get to take home on Saturday, May 20? Here, we break it down:
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How much does a jockey get paid for winning the Preakness?
The winning jockey will receive $900,000, which is 60 percent of the total purse.
What is the payout for the Preakness Stakes in 2023?
The payout of the Preakness Stakes this year is $1.5 million.
How much do you earn from winning the Triple Crown in horse racing?
The 2023 Triple Crown consists of three events: the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes.
The total purse for the Kentucky Derby was $3 million, while the payout for the Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes is $1.5 million.
