2026 Belmont Stakes odds, date, predictions: Expert who called 4 of last 8 winners reveals horse racing picks
The 2026 Belmont Stakes features Renegade as the 2-1 favorite, looking to recover from a disappointing performance at the Kentucky Derby. Other notable contenders include Chief Wallabee and Golden Tempo, the latter being the Derby winner. Expert Jody Demling, known for his accurate predictions, is providing insights and betting picks for the race.
- ▪Renegade is the 2-1 favorite for the 2026 Belmont Stakes after finishing third in his first race last August.
- ▪Other favorites include Chief Wallabee at 3-1 and Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo at 9-2.
- ▪Expert Jody Demling has accurately predicted the top finishers in several major races, including four of the last eight Belmont Stakes winners.
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After fading down the stretch at the Kentucky Derby, Renegade looks to rebound at Saturday's 2026 Belmont Stakes. The 2-1 favorite has typically fared well at smaller tracks and will look to take advantage of the 1 ¼-mile Saratoga Race Course, as Belmont Park is undergoing renovations and features a 1 ½-mile track. Since taking third in his first race last August, Renegade has finished no lower than second at tracks shorter than 1 ½ miles. He has posted wins at the 2026 Arkansas Derby in March and at the Sam F. Davis in February.Besides Renegade, other favorites include Chief Wallabee at 3-1 and Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo at 9-2. Other contenders include Commandment and Emerging Market, both at 6-1.
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