Secretariat's Historic Belmont Stakes Time: 2 Minutes 24 Seconds
Discover the record-setting time of Secretariat at the Belmont Stakes and his legacy as a Triple Crown champion.
Video transcript
Secretariat set a stunning world record at the Belmont Stakes in 1973, completing the race in 2 minutes and 24 seconds. This impressive feat solidified his place as one of the greatest racehorses in history and earned him the Triple Crown.
Questions and answers
What year did Secretariat complete the Belmont Stakes?
Secretariat completed the Belmont Stakes in 1973.
What was Secretariat's time at the Belmont Stakes?
Secretariat set a world record with a time of 2 minutes and 24 seconds.
How many races did Secretariat win?
Secretariat won 16 of the 21 races he ran during his career.
What does it mean to win the Triple Crown in horse racing?
Winning the Triple Crown means a horse has won three significant races: the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes, and the Belmont Stakes.
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