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Preakness Runners-Up: Careers Transformed Post-Race
13 May
Summary
- Some Preakness runners-up found new careers in breeding or sport.
- Many horses continued racing, with varied success after their second-place finish.
- A few second-place finishers experienced career-ending injuries or early retirements.
The journey for a Preakness Stakes runner-up extends far beyond the winner's circle, often reshaping their careers and lives. Over the past decade, these horses have embarked on varied paths following their second-place finishes at Pimlico Race Course.
Some, like Tale of Verve and Cherry Wine, transitioned into breeding or found success in equestrian disciplines such as hunting and barrel racing. Others, including Bravazo and Everfast, continued racing, with some experiencing success in major stakes races before eventual retirement.
Conversely, some notable runners-up faced significant setbacks. Classic Empire retired due to recurring injuries, while Midnight Bourbon tragically died after a racing career marked by near-wins and international competitions. Epicenter, despite an Eclipse Award, suffered a career-ending injury during the Breeders' Cup Classic.
