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Preakness Stakes Marks Farewell to Historic Pimlico Track

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Washington, D.C., USA

May 18, 2025 1 Neutral General

Baltimore, Maryland: The second jewel of horse racing’s Triple Crown celebrates its 150th running today at Pimlico Race Course—its last at this iconic track before demolition. Pimlico’s facilities, dating back over a century, have faced structural issues and will soon be replaced by a new $400M facility scheduled to open in 2027. In the meantime, next year’s Preakness will move to nearby Laurel Park. Racing fans flocked to the final Pimlico event to honor decades of memories and watch whether any Triple Crown contender might emerge.

What this means for you:

•	If you’re attending the races, plan for potential delays or reduced seating due to aging infrastructure
•	Sports tourism often boosts local economies; consider budget-friendly ways to enjoy the festivities, like group travel or day passes
•	With no Triple Crown on the line (the Kentucky Derby winner is sitting out), you can focus on the experience and atmosphere

Key Entities

• Pimlico Race Course: A historic Baltimore venue hosting the Preakness for 150 years, set to be demolished for a modern replacement.
• Preakness Stakes: The second leg of the Triple Crown in US thoroughbred horse racing.
• Laurel Park: A nearby track set to host the Preakness in 2026 while Pimlico undergoes reconstruction.
• Saffie Osborne: A rising jockey who could become the first woman to win the Preakness.
• Triple Crown: A trio of prestigious horse races—Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, and Belmont Stakes.

Bias Distribution

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Center: 50% (2 sources)

Right: 25% (1 source)

Multi-Perspective Analysis

Left-Leaning View

Highlights potential benefits of new facilities for workers and local communities.

Centrist View

Focuses on the historical significance and infrastructure challenges.

Right-Leaning View

Emphasizes the business considerations behind costly renovations and expansions.

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