Napoleon Solo Victorious in 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park

Why it matters locally: The Preakness Stakes, typically held in Baltimore, was relocated to Laurel Park in Maryland for this year's event due to ongoing renovations at Pimlico Race Course. This temporary move impacts local operations and revenue for both venues, as well as the broader Maryland racing industry.

Napoleon Solo, with odds of 7-1, won the 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park on May 16, 2026. The victory secured $1.2 million for the horse's connections from the $2 million total purse. This event marked the first time Laurel Park hosted the Preakness Stakes, the second leg of the Triple Crown, due to renovations at Pimlico Race Course. The race also featured a 14-horse field, the largest since 2011. Iron Honor finished second, earning $400,000, while Chip Honcho placed third, receiving $220,000. Ocelli secured fourth place with $120,000, and Incredibolt finished fifth, taking $60,000. Payouts for a $2 wager on Napoleon Solo included $17.80 for win, $9.80 for place, and $7.40 for show. Iron Honor returned $9.20 for place and $6.60 for show, while Chip Honcho paid $8.20 for show. Betting combinations yielded specific returns: a $1 Exacta paid $53.60, a $1 Trifecta paid $597.10, and a $1 Superfecta paid $2,377.80.