Preakness Stakes horse race

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D. Wayne Lukas wins his seventh Preakness Stakes title with Seize the Grey, ending Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid. The 88-year-old Hall of Fame trainer continues to excel in big-time races.

Key Points

  • Lukas' impressive record in the Preakness Stakes
  • Seize the Grey's unexpected victory as a long shot
  • Transition of the Triple Crown races due to Pimlico Race Course's demolition

Pros

  • D. Wayne Lukas wins his seventh Preakness Stakes title
  • Seize the Grey's wire-to-wire victory ends Mystik Dan's Triple Crown bid
  • Lukas proves age is just a number by excelling in high-stakes races

Cons

  • Mystik Dan falls short of Triple Crown bid after winning the Kentucky Derby
  • Historic Pimlico Race Course set for demolition after the race