Bafferts Eighth Victory Would Make Him The All Time Leader

National Treasure Wins 148th Preakness Stakes

Baffert's Eighth Victory Would Make Him the All-Time Leader

In a thrilling photo finish, National Treasure edged out Blazing Sevens to win the 148th Preakness Stakes Saturday at Pimlico. The victory gives trainer Bob Baffert his seventh Preakness win, moving him one behind the all-time record.

Baffert is one of the most successful trainers in horse racing history, but he has also been a controversial figure. He has been penalized for numerous drug violations, and he was banned from the Kentucky Derby in 2022 after his horse Medina Spirit failed a post-race drug test.

Despite the controversy, Baffert remains one of the most respected trainers in the sport. His horses have won seven of the past 10 Preakness Stakes, and he has also won the Kentucky Derby six times.

National Treasure's victory in the Preakness Stakes is a major boost for Baffert's legacy. If he can win the Belmont Stakes in June, he will become the first trainer to win the Triple Crown three times.

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