The Belmont Stakes kicked off in Saratoga Springs Thursday.

Ten races are scheduled.

Gates C and D opened at 7 a.m. to let fans in to claim a picnic table.

The fans had to leave at 10 a.m. Then all gates open at 11 a.m.
First post is at 12:50 p.m. and the action runs until final post at 5:50 p.m.

NewsChannel 13 will be there to bring you updates on WNYT.com and our later newscasts.