Although the Preakness takes center stage on Saturday, there are many other things to see at Pimlico besides the horses. Here is a collection of photos from the week of things you may not see unless you were there.
The Preakness saddlecloths await the big day. This is from Thursday morning during the Alibi Breakfast.
The winner's circle with the old clubhouse cupola all decorated and ready for the winner.
Joe Kelly was back to do the call to the post with his usual flamboyant style.
The crowd in the grandstand watches a turf race.
The horses run past the drunken infield crowd during a turf race. Most of the people in there probably don't even realize there are horses running past.
There was lots of fashion to be seen with flowers a major theme.
The Navy SEALS did a precision parachute demonstration with several sky divers landing on the turf course, including this one with a large US flag.
After the paratroopers finished, a stealth bomber did a flyover of the grandstand.
The Preakness field rounds the clubhouse turn.
Triple Crown quick links:
Top Preakness Contenders - Super Saver and several other horses from the Derby are off to Pimlico now along with some new faces. Check out the top contenders with profiles, photos, and other info about the second jewel of the Triple Crown.
Preakness Infield Changes for - After last year's massive tightening of the rules which resulted in a huge drop in attendance, this year officials are relaxing things slightly and you can buy a special "all you can drink beer" Mug Club ticket.
Super Saver wins the 2010 Kentucky Derby - He drew off to win by 2 1/2 lengths, giving jockey Calvin Borel his third Derby win in 4 years. Ice Box and Paddy O'Prado closed from far back to finish 2nd and 3rd while favorite Lookin At Lucky was 6th.
2010 Triple Crown Late Nominations - Only six more thoroughbreds were made eligible for the three Triple Crown races for a fee of $6000 by the late nomination deadline. Any not nominated now will have to pay a huge supplement fee to enter. Check out the list here.
