Horse Racing 2021 Belmont- Horse Country Connections June 3, 2021 The Belmont Stakes, which kicked off in 1867, is the oldest of the Triple Crown events. This Saturday, June 5th, help us cheer on the connections, and horses, of Horse Country. This weekend’s field is comprised of 8 horses. 5 of which are sired by stallions living at Horse Country member locations. Rock Your World, top Belmont contender, winning the 2021 Santa Anita Derby. Credit: Benoit Photo via SpendthriftFarm.com Post 1 – Bourbonic: sired by Bernardini, who stands at Godolphin at Jonabell Post 2 – Essential Quality: owned, bred, and raised by Godolphin; sired by Tapit who stands at Gainesway Farm Post 3 – Rombauer: sired by Twirling Candy, who stands at Lane’s End Farm Post 4 – Hot Rod Charlie Post 5 – France Go de Ina: sired by Will Take Charge, who stands at Three Chimneys Post 6 – Known Agenda Post 7 – Rock Your World: sired by Candy Ride, who stands at Lane’s End Farm; Will be retiring to stud at Spendthrift at the end of racing career Post 8 – Overtook For more info about these runners, their race record and connections, check out America’s Best Racing. Who are you betting on? We wish the best of luck to all contenders and hope for a successful & safe ride.