how long are the triple crown races

The three U.S. Triple Crown races are all different distances:

• Kentucky Derby – 1¼ miles (10 furlongs).

• Preakness Stakes – 1 3/16 miles (9.5 furlongs).

• Belmont Stakes – 1½ miles (12 furlongs), the longest of the three.

They’re usually run over about a five‑week stretch in late spring each year, which is part of what makes sweeping all three such a difficult feat.

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