Napoleon Solo claimed victory in the 151st Preakness Stakes held at Laurel Park, Maryland, marking his first win of the year after two fifth-place finishes. The race featured a competitive field of 14 horses, notably without Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo. Taj Mahal was the favorite at 9-2 but could not maintain the lead, allowing Napoleon Solo to surge ahead near the top of the stretch. Iron Honor, who had been the morning line favorite, finished in second place, 1 1/4 lengths behind. Chip Honcho took third place. This win represents a significant milestone for trainer Chad Summers and jockey Paco Lopez, who celebrated their first victory in a Triple Crown race. Summers acknowledged the challenges faced by Napoleon Solo earlier in the season, stating, “All year long, fifth place, fifth place. Everyone said he wasn’t as good as he was in the Champagne.” The next major event in horse racing, the Belmont Stakes, is set for June 6 in Saratoga, New York.