Napoleon Solo wins the 151st Preakness Stakes at Laurel Park
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Key Points:
- Napoleon Solo won the 151st Preakness Stakes, overtaking favorite Taj Mahal in the final stretch and fending off challengers Iron Honor and Chip Honcho.
- Trainer Chad Summers celebrated the victory in his Preakness debut, confidently responding to critics who doubted his horse's chances.
- Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo did not compete in the Preakness due to a short recovery period, ensuring there will be no Triple Crown winner this year.
- Summers indicated that his team plans to prepare Napoleon Solo for the upcoming Belmont Stakes.
- The race featured a 14-horse field, the largest since 2011.