Rich Strike Arrives at Belmont Park

[@ismaelamadot3893]

We love you Rich, and all the people connected to you. We know you are going to win. But regardless, you've made our year and have made us, the little guys, proud! Wishing you the best. Amador

[@gerickson9552]

I’m not even a horse person and I am head over heels in love with this guy…….and the relationship he has with his groom? Makes me tear up❤️

[@ldm3134]

Me too!❤️

[@ashleymeggan]

Right??

[@georgia_blueland]

it shows your not a horse person cause this horse is hella abused

[@outoftime7740]

Ya make sure you pat the groomers on their backs for abusing Rich Strike, by always having a chain running across his gums, every time he is out of his stall. Wake up rookie

[@flyhappy9712]

There is do something about him!

[@monroy400]

I love his deep gaze and that fierceness that he has. Winner personality!!

[@mboyd1834]

You see this too...A look of inner wisdom... Completely calm at this moment. Up to the challenge! The look of a champion 🏆!

[@mboyd1834]

Thank you for responding...blessings 🙏

[@nicolamorrell3723]

You know he's relaxed when he rolls in his box.

[@chickencrapoperator]

Valid point.

[@perlacaraveo4343]

He’s so cute 🥰

[@outoftime7740]

He finally got his abuse chain off, made him happy

[@karldilcher7639]

They always roll in their stalls when it has fresh shavings or straw feels good on them plus get acclimated with the stall and the size

[@KatJ3st]

He's a pro

[@penelopelopez8296]

He’s good with the stall….tested it out with a roll. Welcome to New York and best of luck next Saturday.

[@jacquelineeiserman6785]

We are all rooting for you Richie

[@lincolndarla3637]

Wow. This beauty had one hell of a run in the Kentucky Derby. Pulling for him in the Belmont.

[@cmeflywva]

If he was experiencing any stress he wouldn't have rolled in his stall as soon as he went in and if you look closely his lower lip is dropped which is a sign that he is calm. I wish him and the team the best.

[@penelopelopez8296]

Looks like he gained a bit of weight. That’s a good sign.

[@cmeflywva]

@@Djejrhrhe I saw a limp in his left leg too. I think it was the hind if I remember correctly after the Kentucky Derby. I wasn’t surprised when they said they were not going to the Preakness. I didn’t see a limp in this video but I will go back and see if I can detect it. When did you see it in the video? I went back and looked and think I see it in the left foreleg. Am I correct?

[@CajunAdrienne]

@@cmeflywva I think it's the the wraps around his hooves and legs making him do that. They aren't comfortable while walking.

[@jld4870]

Thank you for explaining horse behaviors. I so appreciate, cause first and foremost I want this magnificent creature to be content.

[@jeangowcharan7456]

@@cmeflywva they skip the preakness was i think is for speed horse early viting won the race had a 111 byer speed the trainer did his home work the belmont will suit him fine they need a rabbit a horse to run a fast 6or 7 furlong that will set rich strike to closed my opinion bud from nyc

[@kat-im7le]

I’m in love with this horse 🥰

[@jerryleeelvisberryrichard6247]

That horse had no idea how many people love him.

[@sr76pablux]

yes he knows

[@nightmyst855]

funny that not one person cared about this horse or knew his name really until he won the derby......then instant love. People are funny.

[@anneharris606]

Well, he has certainly gained many fans!

[@trishmcgarvie5053]

@@anneharris606 but nobody loves him as much as his groom ♥️♥️

[@OfficialMuffiin]

@@nightmyst855 yeah and people saying he's a champion... He won one race before the derby, a claiming race as a 2yo. Not the record of a champion, get a few more wins into him then we'll talk.

[@alanalan-uc4zb]

the father of rich strike is keen ice. the mother of rich strike is gold strike. his grandfathers are curlin and smart strike. all 4 were very good race horses. still cannot believe calumet farm put him in a $30,000 claiming race (his second race) as a 2 year old after finishing last the race prior (his first race). i am sure reed was following him since he was a baby. good for dixon junior, leon, reed and dawson. reed is the mastermind behind rich strike. he is surrounded by many solid people. it is good to hear that reed cares more about the health of a horse versus profit. rich strike is such a beautiful powerful horse. america needs this fairy tale story to continue.

[@jld4870]

Yes to a fairy tale for all-two and four legged creatures!

[@anneharris606]

His pedigree is impressive, but he seems to have a definite personality!

[@lagosfury5142]

Calumet knows good horses,of course,they know he is limited in ability and it's why they got rid of him..he got lucky derby day,taking advantage of an extremely FAST PACE,its the only way slow horses like him beats horses like this

[@davidhickenbottom6574]

Just like Rocky. Only in America baby.

[@alanalan-uc4zb]

@@davidhickenbottom6574 very true. america is the best place to live (my mom always said that).

[@Henry09]

Looks like he shipped in nicely. Wishing him & his down to earth connections a win in the Belmont. Safe trip for all starters.

[@alejandrae5605]

He seems to be saying “what’s up? May I help you?” I love him! He represents all the underdogs in the world…we love you buddy! ❤❤❤

[@makingthecoin3647]

STAR POWER . RICH STRIKE HIT A GUSHER KEEP IT GOING.

[@marylouculkar4391]

We love you Richie.

[@yustar1212]

Smart horse he will do it again

[@loriannehancock6364]

Shining like GOLD!

[@allysonh6410]

Big Richie 🤩🤩🤩 I just love you And your groomers!!! Idc what you do now honestly. You Won Big from the back when all others thought they had it locked up!!

[@leahabe6675]

Aww he’s so sweet

[@maryjane-rx4sq]

Great looking horse. He's looking around for Jerry.

[@bryanrobinson8945]

I'm very appreciative with what you did with that animal

[@MsLinjohn]

No fancy airconditioned super buses ala Baffert style? We are rooting for you, Richie

[@apachemountain]

Same trailers all horses ride in...maybe some fans, no air conditioning.

[@penelopelopez8296]

Or an expensive Tex Sutton flight.

[@realtruth2817]

Baffert style? lol Baffert most successful thoroughbred trainer in the History of Mankind. One of the kindest, nicest people you'll EVER meet. If you can be so fortunate.

[@MsLinjohn]

@@realtruth2817 what happened to Baffert's (Smith's) TAIBA?

[@realtruth2817]

@@MsLinjohn What happened? I dunno... Something happened?

[@Jackmc2112]

I love that horse!

[@johndonaghey4603]

The horse is happy and to his knowledge he is running for his groom the man who cares for him i love both of their calmness the richie feeds off his demeanor good luck!!

[@bethweber8648]

He seems like such a spunky guy, great personality in the videos. Beautiful animal! Good luck!

[@OhK746]

His groom definitely has a way with him. As his pony rider from Kentucky Derby knows, he’s a firecracker for sure.

[@tontastoner6115]

Such a nice horse. Wonder how many lengths he will by😉😉

[@tontastoner6115]

@@mikeuyeda6312 perhaps but winning the Derby was a great start.

[@rickieolinger2058]

Thank you you guys for all of your kindness and love toward Rich Strike ❤️ for taking so good care of him feeding, grooming and walking him and all of the true love and care, kindness and gentleness you show toward him ..such a beautiful and precious animal and athlete from GOD ....Appreciate ya'll Jerry Dixon Jr. and Team ... n ' Everyone there for Rich Strike ! ......

[@JohnWick-dc1pj]

U Me I’m mop I

[@outoftime7740]

So you ignore this poor horse having a stud chain running acrossed his gums, every single time, the poor horse is away from his stall. Ignorant people. Holding a horse at its mercy, is freaking abuse. These chains are meant for the breeding stud on his way to meet his mare. And its suppose to go over the bridge of the nose. Not across their gums. Wake up.

[@angelgirl7473]

@@outoftime7740 it’s better control I wouldn’t want a 1500 lb stallion come barreling towards any one or anything, least he isn’t wearing one of them bars under his chin to keep him from rearing

[@outoftime7740]

@@angelgirl7473 Why don’t you just get a twitch and squeeze the hell out of his top lip. Sickening, how you people are such pansies now, that the only way you can control a horse is through ABUSE. If this 1500 lb animal scares you, then find a new job. Don’t punish these horses for what comes natural to them. Thoroughbred racing is full of pansies. Jeeeeez, these aren’t bulls.

[@ek2156]

This guy is ready to go run! He is so relaxed, rolling and chewing. I almost feel sorry for the other horses in the Belmont! Win or lose, Rich is a winner and is going to have a nice long life making lots of foals.

[@melitacalles2567]

💐💐💐❤️🐎👑👑👑 Grande Caballito!! 💐❤️🐎👑

[@johnljacksonjr5074]

Traveled well ready , to Run $$$$

[@gramsjiggy8378]

Wishing you Rich Strike an your Team all the Best of Luck in the Belmont this coming Saturday!!!! Will be watching!!! Your one Amazing Horse 🐴 an you let the World know who you are in the Kentucky Derby 🐎 We will Always Remember you Majestic Boy ♥️🌹🌹🌹♥️ an the love between you an your Groomer Willy Dixon ♥️🌹♥️

[@wandadowe2798]

I usually watch you tube for decor and cooking but the day he one was on my feed and I've become a fan, to horses and horse racing...just beautiful and now I follow him on KZbin.

[@wandadowe2798]

Correction the day he won and I've become a fan🥰

[@AA-nb2gy]

COOL horse with some serious personality. He has a NO2 switch and he doesnt take prisoners. TY to Rich Strike and all who love, train and care for him, for giving us the most incredible underdog event of our lifetimes!

[@ohsugar5431]

Stunning just stunning!

[@mariaabreu9085]

Gorgeous ❤

[@tommytunes303]

The build on this Horse is just beautiful, for whatever reason his body reminds me of Big Red, close to perfect.

[@outoftime7740]

Right, Secretariat was beefy, solid muscles. Secretariat was ripped.. this horse is very slender

[@darlenehorn8337]

He is a firecracker not one ounce of mildness. Good luck in the Belmont.

[@black_dog_barks]

Like a big puppy.....lol Now bring me my oats...

[@suzannehedderly1331]

Isn't he just gorgeous?! Good luck Richie! Get some lovin' from your groom. ❤️

[@sayhi2rose]

Welcome to New Rich Strike. We’re looking forward to see you even from a distance.

[@sayhi2rose]

New York loves Richie.

[@michaelrodriguez3329]

Wish both of them much success .

[@marylewis2167]

Love Ya Rich!!! You Go guy special horse and jockey!!!!

[@FoolishPrankster]

Wow ! This is a Grade A American Made Super Animal (period)

[@judioates8938]

Agree but also has a strong Canadian prodigy in his pedigree. Looking forward to Saturday.

[@FoolishPrankster]

@@judioates8938 Northern Dancer is Canada's only great thorostock .

[@lifetimevents3726]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful horse 🐎

[@gb7251]

Makes me somewhat emotional - that sweet, big boy did big things, and he’s just so innocent… long, healthy, amazing life for you, Rich Strike… Rich Sweetness… I love the admiration and credit the trainer is careful to attribute to him… such an incredible bond and respect between all levels of RS’s team!! Major kudos!!! 🤩🥰♥️

[@mariabykofsky4502]

Awe, he is so precious and cool at that, wish Rich Strike and the crew all the best...

[@lskshmariemostolesdhksks9719]

still watching 2023 ❤❤ hello Rich Strike's your my idol horse ..👏👏🐎🐎🐎

[@shelleydworken1287]

Beautiful 😍

[@donniedickerson8077]

Beautiful,, Everything about Strike Says Fast and Powerful ,

[@kate3464]

Soo glad to see him happy and relaxed!! 🥇🥇❤️❤️

[@believininsc6794]

So Beautiful, and I love the relationship between Richie and Mr. Dixon. Amazing connection ❤️

[@catherinebreitfeller669]

He’s a beautiful horse 😊

[@MARKLINMAN1]

He is soooo happy and Relaxed in his pen, that roll in that hay says it all. Gotta love that horse. 😍😍😍😍

[@LanakilaMiller]

He is such a beauty. He has personality that’s for sure.

[@dankinsler1930]

Love to watch them run, but keep them safe!

[@stardust949]

What a nice boy! He seems very chill for a Thoroughbred---with a good mind on him.

[@jrowdygi1837]

That final look to the camera was the ..so you still doubt me stare.

[@rainedevries3451]

I have such respect for the grooms Jerry Dixon Sr & Jerry Dixon Jr. Their engagement with Richie is palpable and is so wonderful to watch in action.

[@outoftime7740]

You respect horse abuse handlers. Wake up people. How would you like a chain going across your gums? The only time Rich Strike isn’t abused is in his stall.

[@kathyimm2567]

What a winner! Beautiful, so alert yet relaxed.

[@jgarretterm]

Good luck 💯❤️

[@davidhickenbottom6574]

Best wishes guys,we love you. What a story

[@Turboy65]

Twice I've had visions of the Belmont. In both of them, Rich Strike wins by 4 or more lengths. I've literally never had a vision regarding horses or racing before so I'm going to put a little money on Richie. Of course I could be wrong.

[@nayrod4529]

just another trace and another race for Richie!

[@christopherkahn6522]

Go, Rich Strike!

[@jayglo1286]

Wut a beautiful horse! Hope u win Rich Strike!

[@peightonstorm1053]

He's so beautiful I really hope he wins

[@sharksport01]

Walked out of that van like a movie star!

[@Mg-rf7kb]

Wht a stunning beautiful horse stunning colour

[@paulsanderson4139]

WHAT A BEAUTY .

[@studio107bgallery4]

Frisky…..❤, Go Rich Strike 🐎

[@1suitcasesal]

I really like this horse. I love red horses. I find them to be more intelligent than horses of other colors. He has a relaxed muzzle which shows me that he is treated well by his humans. He has a relaxed and intelligent eye. If you look at the build of his hip and rear end you can see that he has the bone structure to really propel his body forward in tremendous strides. I am actually against horse racing and I hope he stays safe.

[@outoftime7740]

A relaxed muzzle? The poor horse has a stud chain going across his gums. This the only way these people know how to control RS is through abuse. Stop praising these idiots. Open your eyes. The only time Rich Strike isn’t abused, is in his stall.

[@1suitcasesal]

@@outoftime7740 BS and you probably do not even own a horse and never have. In the picture Rich Strike does not even have anything in his mouth. You know nothing about horses obviously. Male horses that are entires can be extremely dangerous. Of course they do not mean to be. They are just bring Male horses. However if they are not controlled they can kill you or other riders as well as anyone who happens to be between then and a mare. Do you know what happens to horses that are deemed dangerous? I'm sure you imagine that a 1200 + pound stallion should be controlled using a feather duster. Dream on and sit down and shut up.

[@ГалинаСотникова-п2я]

Мой любимый Рич, люблю❤️долгой и счастливой жизни тебе! Звездочка!🧡🧡🧡🐴🧡🧡🧡

[@Pik4Joel]

He loves it - should be a good race... Anyone know about the weather?

[@maurinedavis1061]

Saturday June 11th Elmont, NY, 76°, 25% chance of rain, winds 20 mph gusts up to 36 mph

[@MsLinjohn]

Just bandages, no rich boots like the Japanese horses WTH! I wouldn't run the Belmont myself unless I'm treated like Royalty. Christina Athena aka "tina"

[@TracyRhodes27]

Calm energy from the Dixon team = content horse. He knows he's safe and he's clearly feeling great. Ready to take the Belmont Stakes! xx

[@jakemoseley1811]

Evolution sure knows how to make beautiful animals.

[@Caroni100]

From rags to riches 🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴 Cinderella's fairy tale in turf version 🤗😊😎 80 - 1 148th. Kentucky Derby winner Rich Strike, a humble racehorse, is now the center of attention for photographers, turf journalists and fans, thanks to being touched by an equine fairy godmother who became him Prince of American tracks, even though he did not run 147th. Preakness Stakes 😎 Good luck to you in 154th. Belmont Stakes, Rich Strike! 🏆 Greetings from Venezuela 🇻🇪 De la pobreza a la riqueza 🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴🐴 El cuento de hadas de la Cenicienta en versión equina 😊 🤗 ☺ 😎 Rich Strike, el ganador 80 a 1 del 148vo. Derby de Kentucky, un humilde caballo de carrera, ahora es el centro de atención de fotógrafos, periodistas y aficionados hípicos gracias a que fue tocado por un hada madrina equina que lo convirtió en Príncipe de las pistas estadounidenses, a pesar que no corrió el 147mo. Preakness Stakes ¡Buena suerte en el 154to. Belmont Stakes, Rich Strike! 🏆 Saludos desde Venezuela 🇻🇪

[@monicap1717]

Keep the traveling snots abay and this guy is gonna put in a Freight Train of a Run! 🌹🐎❤️

[@dboley1950]

🙋🏻‍♀️❤🐎Best o Luck Beautiful horse!

[@kenmoreSF]

Richie be like: Epicenter who?

[@anneharris606]

👍👍👍

[@dannyroybal7394]

Beautiful Coat With Its Colorful

[@rosehernandez475]

Beautiful gorgeous angel I hope you win 🏆 💜 ❤️ ♥️

[@Theresaspiritchannel]

Such a beautiful 🤩 horse 🐴

[@carolmiller5713]

You know you’re home when you have a nice roll in the hay 😻

[@Cwgrlup]

What a beauty.

[@budnspud]

They should train him properly so he doesn't always have to have that chain on his tongue.

[@Carolesoriginalpieces]

Magnificent animal

[@shannonly23]

What a freaking specimen. 😻😻😻😻😻

[@conniewolf7300]

He's looking around like ok what's up guys??

[@nicholasmiglino7299]

This horse looks well rested & comfortable, the connections here are pretty sharp, 5 week layoff maybe he put on a little weight ?? 7-2 / 3-1 just might be a great price. He can certainly win again

[@monicaricco3392]

He is absolutely gorgeous

[@lagosfury5142]

He will be lucky to hit the board

[@lexyridin4nip437]

luv him too...go baby..

[@deborahr.4202]

Go Richie!!!!

[@smilingforever777]

SWEET BOY🙌🥰❤️👍

[@steveblackburn9124]

Gee I hope he's rested enough after missing the Preakness to run a whole mile and a half. Nice call owners

[@susanmoretz9644]

He’s so beautiful 😊 Best of luck at Belmont this Saturday 🐎😁

[@Dreamer-by4nk]

He says yes! Fresh shavings!

[@mackeysman]

where's the sound?