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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. - Challenge Series
TV Schedule
Don't miss a minute of the action. View the TV schedule and add it to your calendar to be notified about each upcoming NBC Sports broadcast.
Full Schedule
85 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
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.
Tickets on Sale Now
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.
The Mansion
Experience the Breeders' Cup like no one else has before. Introducing The Mansion, the ultimate luxury experience at Churchill Downs.
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.
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 15, 2018Not Your Grandfather's Breeders' Cup
From virtual reality to live streaming to the "Batcam," new technology enhances the viewer experience.
October 12, 2018Future Stars Friday: BLADE RUNNERS
With the $1,000,000 Juvenile Turf Sprint making its Breeders’ Cup debut on “Future Stars Friday”, you could say its field of speedy youngsters will be trailblazers in more ways than one. Fleet-footed youngsters will be stepping on the gas going 5.5 furlongs on the grass at Churchill Downs, and the winner will forever have the distinction of being the first to lay claim to the division title.
October 12, 2018Early Longshots to Watch for Breeders’ Cup Horizontal and Vertical Exotic Bets
Courtesy of Vance Hanson of TwinSpires.com
October 11, 2018Four Berths into Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge In Play this Weekend on Horseplayers.com
With just three weeks remaining until the 2018 Breeders’ Cup World Championships, qualifying contests for the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Betting Challenge (BCBC) are coming down to the wire.
October 10, 2018Countdown to the Breeders’ Cup World Championships Newsletter - October 10
This is the ninth of 10 weekly news releases focusing on the horses and races leading to the 35th Breeders’ Cup World Championships on Friday, November 2 and Saturday, November 3 at Churchill Downs.
October 10, 2018$400 Breeders' Cup Foal Nomination - Closes October 15
The Breeders’ Cup issued a reminder today that Monday, October 15 at 11:59 p.m. ET is the last opportunity for horsemen to nominate weanlings of 2018 to the Breeders’ Cup program at the one-time regular nomination fee of $400.00 USD.