Seize The Grey Wins 149th Preakness as Muth Scratched, D. Wayne Lukas's Seventh Win

May 18, 2024, 11:23 AM

The 149th Preakness Stakes saw a significant development as the favorite, Muth, trained by Bob Baffert, was scratched from the race due to a 103-degree fever. This left Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan as the new favorite. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Seize The Grey, trained by 88-year-old D. Wayne Lukas, won the race at Pimlico Race Course. Mystik Dan finished second, ending his bid for the Triple Crown. This victory marks Lukas's seventh Preakness win, making him the most successful trainer in the history of the race. The Preakness was held on a muddy track, the first such occurrence in 85 years.