Dirt sprints are the bread and butter of U.S. Thoroughbred racing and the $2 million Cygames Breeders’ Cup Sprint is the crowning jewel of the division with the winner taking home the Eclipse Award as champion sprinter in 10 of the last 11 years and 13 of the last 15 seasons.
The $2 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff has been a part of the World Championships since the inaugural edition in 1984 at Hollywood Park, and the list of winners is one of the most impressive for any U.S. Thoroughbred race.
Following the retirement of reigning Horse of the Year Thorpedo Anna, the 2025 Grade 1 Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff at Del Mar appears wide-open with many viable win contenders.
