AND, DOWN THE STRETCH THEY'LL COME ... ON JUNE 20TH!
The 2020 Belmont Stakes have been moved from June 6 to June 20 -- and will serve as the FIRST leg of the Triple Crown, officials announced.
Usually, Belmont is the THIRD and final leg of the marquee races -- but do to the COVID-19 pandemic, everything was pushed back.
So, here's the official order ...
Belmont Stakes -- June 20th
Kentucky Derby -- Sept. 5th
The Preakness -- Oct. 3rd
The New York Racing Association -- which oversees the Belmont Stakes -- says no fans will be allowed at the track, in accordance with NY coronavirus safety measures.