Even before Japanese invader Casino Drive was withdrawn this morning from the Belmont Stakes, Big Brown was the pick to take it and become the 12th Triple Crown winner.
1. Big Brown
He's done everything right so far, winning five races by a combined 39 lengths. But this is the Belmont, where 18 of the past Triple Crown hopefuls have lost.
2. Denis of Cork
Was one of the few horses still running at the end of the Derby, where he finished third. Has had five weeks off and looms the main threat.
3. Anak Nakal
Has been way too slow thus far to compete with Big Brown. But the distance should be no problem, and he should pass tired horses in the stretch.
4. Tale of Ekati
The fourth-place finisher in the Derby has also been rested for this. He is 2-for-2 at Belmont Park.
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