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Nov. 2 & 3 | Churchill Downs
- Races
The $6,000,000 Classic
The Breeders' Cup Classic, run at 1 1/4 miles, draws the top international Thoroughbreds year after year.Future Stars Friday, November 2
- Contenders
Classic
View this year's contenders for the $6 million Breeders’ Cup Classic, the defining event of the international racing season.
Mile
The world’s best grass milers compete in this race around two turns on the turf course for horses 3-years-old and older.
Longines Distaff
The Longines Distaff brings together the best female dirt horses for a championship showdown at 1 1/8 miles on the main track. - News
- BCBC
Register Today
Registration is now open for the 2018 Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge. Sign-up today. - Wager
- 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.
Knicks Go Adds Intrigue to Sentient Jet Juvenile Puzzle
Knicks Go certainly provided the kind of spice that enlivens racing when he romped in the Claiborne Breeders’ Futurity.
Tickets on Sale
Tickets to the 2018 Breeders' Cup World Championships at Churchill Downs on November 2 & 3 are on sale now!
ALL IN: The Road to the Classic
How do you win the best horse race in the world? First, you have to get there. Follow the journey of the Breeders’ Cup Classic hopefuls as they vie for a spot in the starting gate on November 3. Series premiere: October 22
Future Stars Friday
Who will be the next future star to rise to the challenge on Future Stars Friday at the Breeders' Cup? Don't pass up your chance to witness horse racing's stars of tomorrow at the 2018 Breeders' Cup World Championships.
2018 Champions For Charity
Reserve your limited-edition, commemorative D. Wayne Lukas bottle(s) today by making a donation to support Old Friends and Kentucky Derby Museum.
Breeders’ Cup Festival
Join us in a week-long celebration, Oct. 28 - Nov 3, featuring events & activities leading up to the 2018 Breeders’ Cup World Championships in Louisville.
Shop
Visit BreedersCupShop.com, the Official Online Store of the Breeders' Cup World Championships.
Official Mobile App
Download the Official Breeders' Cup Mobile App, available now on Google Play and the App Store.
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News & Press Releases
- October 20, 2018
Monomoy Girl, Promises Fulfilled Head Breeders' Cup Contingent on Saturday Work Tab at Churchill Downs
October 20, 2018Accelerate Heads Bevy of Breeders' Cup Workers
Breeders’ Cup Classic favorite Accelerate had his penultimate workout at Santa Anita Saturday for the $6 million race at Churchill Downs Nov. 3, going five furlongs under assistant trainer Juan Leyva in 59.80.
October 19, 2018Knicks Go Adds Intrigue to Sentient Jet Juvenile Puzzle
October 19, 2018Breeders’ Cup Hopeful Imperial Hint a 'Dream Come True'
Courtesy of Tom Pedulla of America's Best Racing
October 19, 2018A Will To Win?
Trained by Mark Casse, owned by Gary Barber, and bred by Flaxman Holdings, Will might be the most intriguing maiden to make the gate come November 2nd.
October 19, 2018An Experienced Approach to Handicapping Breeders’ Cup Bets
Seasoned handicapper Scott Shapiro walks through his betting process just in time for the Breeders’ Cup.
- October 19, 2018
Breeders' Cup Pre-entry Announcement to be Streamed Live on Breederscup.com on Wednesday, October 24
Pre-entered fields for the 2018 Breeders’ Cup World Championships will be announced via a live stream on the Breeders’ Cup website, Official Mobile App and Facebook page on Wednesday, October 24 at 11:30 a.m. ET.