The 2025 Belmont Stakes is set for Saturday, June 7, and while Texas doesn’t have any state-regulated sportsbooks, that hasn’t stopped local bettors. Offshore betting sites continue to serve as the primary option for wagering legally in Texas — offering fixed odds, crypto support, and big race-day bonuses without restrictions or geolocation blocks.
This year’s Belmont is drawing extra attention thanks to a rare one-on-one showdown: Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty takes on Preakness champion Journalism in a high-stakes rematch. The race is being run at Saratoga this year at 1¼ miles due to renovations, putting speed front and center. Bettors can already grab odds, free bets, and deposit bonuses from sportsbooks serving Texas.