Napoleon Solo wins Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park
Napoleon Solo won the 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park, finishing ahead of 13 other horses. This victory marked the first Preakness win for both jockey Paco Lopez and trainer Chad Summers. The race featured a competitive field, but no Triple Crown contender emerged as the Kentucky Derby winner did not participate.
- ▪Napoleon Solo won the Preakness Stakes against 13 other horses.
- ▪Jockey Paco Lopez and trainer Chad Summers both achieved their first Preakness win.
- ▪The race was held at Laurel Park due to renovations at Pimlico Race Course.
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