Sovereignty, a brilliant colt trained by the Hall of Fame conditioner Bill Mott, etched his name into racing history with spectacular victories in both the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes.

Despite skipping the Preakness, his commanding performances confirmed his status as one of the most gifted racehorses of his generation.

At Churchill Downs, Sovereignty delivered a perfect blend of stamina and speed, outclassing a field packed with contenders, including Journalism, who would go on to become his fiercest rival of the season.

Returning for the Belmont Stakes, Sovereignty once again displayed his dominance, setting a relentless pace and finishing strong to secure another resounding win.

The decision by Mott’s camp to skip the Preakness sparked widespread debate. After all, Sovereignty was in a prime position to make a run for the Triple Crown, a feat last achieved by Justify in 2018.

In hindsight, the move proved strategic. Sovereignty returned to the Belmont fresh and unstoppable, while Journalism — who won the grueling Preakness — had to settle for second.

The racing world couldn’t help but wonder:
“What if Sovereignty had run the Preakness?”
Many believe the colt had every chance to sweep all three jewels.

One of the defining storylines of the season was the thrilling back-and-forth between Sovereignty and Journalism.

Journalism, who had claimed victories in the Santa Anita Derby and Preakness Stakes, came close on several occasions to dethroning Sovereignty.

But when it came to the biggest stages — Derby and Belmont — Sovereignty stood tall, affirming his place as the season’s undisputed star.

With two Triple Crown leg wins under his belt, Sovereignty may not have clinched the elusive Crown, but he’s undoubtedly racing royalty.

At just three years old, his future as a top-tier stallion is already the subject of global anticipation. Major breeders are eyeing his bloodlines, eager to secure a piece of his legacy.

Trainer Bill Mott had nothing but praise.

While the 2025 Triple Crown season may have ended without a clean sweep champion, Sovereignty has written a legacy that will endure.

In a sport where talent, timing, and tactical mastery must align perfectly, Sovereignty shined — even with only two appearances.

Now, the racing world eagerly awaits his next chapter:
Will he take on the international stage at the Breeders’ Cup? Or retire to the breeding shed as a coveted stallion?
Either way, one thing is certain — horse racing has found its newest icon.