The traditional third and final leg of the Triple Crown is upon us, with Saturday’s 157th Belmont Stakes set to provide a memorable showdown between Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty and Preakness Stakes victor Journalism.
Below, we’ll outline the best live TV streaming services to use to watch the race as it happens, wherever you are in the world, and how to use a VPN if it’s not available where you are.
Ongoing renovations at Belmont Park means like last year the event will once again take place at Saratoga Race Course, which also mean the race will take place over a shortened 10 furlongs rather than the traditional 12, while the prize money remains a cool $2 million.
Outside of the two bookmakers’ favorites, Irish-bred closer Hill Road and Baeza, after a third-place finish at the Kentucky Derby, loom as dangerous challengers.
Here’s how you can watch the 2025 Belmont Stakes live, no matter where you are in the world.
With Belmont Park still undoing renovations, Saratoga Race Course in New York will once again act as the venue for this year’s race.
When does the Belmont Stakes start?
The 2025 Belmont Stakes takes place on Saturday. Post time is set for 7:04 p.m. ET (4:04 p.m. PT). That’s a 12:04 a.m. BST start on Saturday night / Sunday morning in the UK, and a 9:04 a.m. AEST post on Sunday morning for those watching live in Australia.
TV coverage in the US begins at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT on Fox.
How can I watch the Belmont Stakes 2025 on TV in the US?
If you don’t have cable, you still have plenty of options. The least expensive that doesn’t require streaming is to connect an over-the-air antenna to your TV and watch via your local Fox station.
If you’re streaming on a PC, phone or tablet, you can watch on the Fox website
You could also check out a live TV streaming service, all of which offer free trials. Not every service carries your local Fox station, however, so check the links below to make sure.
YouTube TV costs $83 a month and includes Fox in most markets. Plug in your ZIP code on its welcome page to see which local networks are available in your region.
How to watch the Belmont Stakes 2025 online from anywhere using a VPN
If you’re traveling abroad and want to keep up with this year’s race while away from home, a VPN can help enhance your privacy and security when streaming.
It encrypts your traffic and prevents your internet service provider from throttling your speeds. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and can be used for legitimate purposes such as improving online privacy and security. They can also be helpful when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks while traveling, adding an extra layer of protection for your devices and logins.
However, some streaming services may have policies restricting VPN usage to access region-specific content. If you’re considering a VPN for streaming, check the platform’s terms of service to ensure compliance.
If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider’s installation instructions, ensuring you’re connected securely and in compliance with applicable laws and service agreements. Some streaming platforms may block access when a VPN is detected, so verifying if your streaming subscription allows VPN usage is crucial.
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ExpressVPN is our current best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. It’s normally $13 a month, but if you sign up for an annual subscription for $100 you’ll get three months free and save 49%. That’s the equivalent of $6.67 a month.
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Livestream the Belmont Stakes 2025 in the UK
Horse racing fans in the UK can watch all of the action live from Saratoga Race Course via Sky and its Sky Sports Racing channel. If you already have Sky Sports as part of your TV package, you can stream the Belmont Stakes via its Sky Go app, but cord-cutters will want to get set up with a Now account and a Now Sports membership to stream the race.
Viewers in the UK will be able to watch the Belmont Stakes 2025 on Sky Sports Racing, with extensive coverage of the third leg of the Triple Crown. Subscribers can also stream the action via the Sky Go app. Sky subsidiary Now (formerly Now TV) offers streaming access to Sky Sports channels with a Now Sports membership. You can get a day of access for £15 (perhaps just for the final round) or sign up for a monthly plan from £35 a month.
Can I livestream the Belmont Stakes in Canada?
While TSN has been the long-term broadcaster of the Belmont Stakes across the border, this year’s event isn’t currently on the network’s schedule.
Livestream the Belmont Stakes in Australia
Racing fans Down Under can watch this year’s event on ESPN via Foxtel. If you’re not a Fox subscriber, your best option is to sign up to streaming service Kayo Sports.
A Kayo Sports subscription starts at AU$25 a month and lets you stream on one screen, while its Premium tier costs AU$35 a month for simultaneous viewing on up to three devices.
The service gives you access to a wide range of sports including F1, NRL, NFL, F1, NHL and MLB, and there are no lock-in contracts.
Better still, if you’re a new customer, you can take advantage of a one-week Kayo Sports free trial.
Quick tips for streaming the Belmont Stakes 2025 using a VPN
- With four variables at play — your ISP, browser, video streaming provider and VPN — your experience and success when streaming the race may vary.
- If you don’t see your desired location as a default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search for city or country” option.
- If you’re having trouble getting the game after you’ve turned on your VPN and set it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered for the account is an address in the correct viewing area. If not, you may need to change the physical address on file with your account. Second, some smart TVs — like Roku — don’t have VPN apps you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you’ll have to install the VPN on your router or the mobile hotspot you’re using (like your phone) so that any device on its Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
- All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main site for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after you install a cable network’s sports app, you’ll be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address on file for your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, since both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
- And remember, browsers can often give away a location despite using a VPN, so be sure you’re using a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.
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