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The $6,000,000 Classic
The Breeders' Cup Classic, run at 1 1/4 miles, draws the top international Thoroughbreds year after year.Saturday, November 3
Friday, November 2
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82 races in 12 countries. View the entire 2018 Breeders' Cup Challenge Series schedule.
It Just Means More
With races selected worldwide in every Championship division, owning a Breeders’ Cup nominated runner is more important than ever. - BCBC
Read the Official Rules
View the complete details of how to play and prize information in the rules. - History & Tradition
Hall of Champions
Since 1984, the world's finest thoroughbreds have competed in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships for a place in history.
Event by Year
See everything from race replays to handle and weather from every Championship since 1984.
Breeding & Nominations
The breeding industry is the cornerstone of the Breeders’ Cup program, the very foundation of our Championships and Challenge series. - Plan Your Visit
How to Get Here
As the world’s greatest converge on Louisville and Churchill Downs, here are some helpful tips for finding your way there.
Parking & Transportation
You must have an official, pre-paid parking pass to park at Churchill Downs. Here's everything you need to know. - Tickets
Dining Options
A variety of premium dining experiences are available providing you and your guests with a world-class, memorable experience.
Reserved and Box Seating
All reserved seating offers unforgettable views of the stretch run and is conveniently located to wagering facilities, restrooms, concessions and bar service.
General Admission
General admission tickets allow access to first floor levels of the clubhouse and grandstand area.
Tickets on Sale Now
Tickets to the 2018 Breeders' Cup World Championships at Churchill Downs on November 2 & 3 are on sale now!
2018 Challenge Series
Watch the drama unfold as the world’s top thoroughbreds battle it out in the Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series: Win & You’re In™ for a starting spot in the 2018 Breeders’ Cup.
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News & Press Releases
- June 19, 2018
Accidental Agent (GB) Wins Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot and Gains Automatic Berth Into Breeders' Cup Mile
June 19, 2018Shang Shang Shang and Konchek (GB) Lead Thursday's Norfolk Stakes at Royal Ascot for Automatic Berth into New Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint
Thursday’s race is the third of four Breeders’ Cup Challenge “Win and You’re In” races to be held at Royal Ascot this year.
June 19, 2018Now Cracksman is Out to Keep the Gosden-Dettori Bandwagon Rolling
John Gosden and Frankie Dettori were off to an explosive start to the Royal meeting with a day one treble and it's short odds they'll keep up the momentum on the second day.
- June 18, 2018
Cracksman (GB) Looms Large in Wednesday's Prince of Wales's Stakes for Automatic Berth into Longine's Breeders' Cup Turf
Anthony Oppenheimer’s 4-year-old Coronation Cup (G1) winner Cracksman (GB) will likely be a substantial favorite when he faces six rivals on Wednesday in the 1 ½-mile, $750,000 Prince of Wales’s Stakes (G1) at Royal Ascot for an automatic berth into the Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1) through the international Breeders’ Cup Challenge.
June 18, 2018Horses to Know at the 2018 Royal Ascot Meet
Several high-profile U.S. horses are scheduled to race at the elite Royal Ascot meet in England this week.
June 17, 2018Pavel Gains Automatic Berth Into Breeders' Cup Classic Following Dominant Win in Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs
Pavel, trained by Doug O’Neill and ridden by Mario Gutierrez, becomes the second horse to qualify for the $6 million Breeders’ Cup Classic this year.
June 17, 2018Rhododendron (IRE) and Benbatl (GB) Headline Queen Anne Stakes at Royal Ascot for Automatic Berth into Breeders' Cup Mile
First of Four “Win and You’re In Races” at Royal Ascot