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The 2009 Run for the Carnations goes down today at 6:30 p.m. ET. (AP Images)

Are you ready for the 141st running of the Belmont Stakes? If you're not, the official Belmont Stakes countdown has begun — so we've put together a quick Belmont guide for those of you who need a quick update on all the important details. The Belmont is the longest leg of the Triple Crown, a 1.5 mile thoroughbred horse race for qualifying 3-year-olds who are competing for a $1 million purse.

According to the Bodog Racebook, Mine That Bird is the favorite to win the 2009 Belmont Stakes at 4 to 3 odds.

The Belmont Stakes post time is approximately post time of 6:27 p.m. ET with a start time of 6:30 p.m. ET. Belmont Stakes television coverage begins at 5 p.m. ET on ABC. Be sure to visit the Bodog Racebook for all your last minute Belmont Stakes betting lines.