Year in and year out, the $2 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff plays a major role in shaping the championship race for at least one division and often two. A scintillating performance in the marquee U.S. dirt race for females can catapult a racehorse to an Eclipse Award as champion older dirt female of champion 3-year-old filly … and for the 41st renewal Nov.
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What to Know About ‘Future Stars Friday’ Breeders’ Cup Races at Del Mar
The weekend racing fans wait for all year long is almost here as the top horses in the country and many from around the world will travel to Del Mar for the 2024 Breeders’ Cup. The action kicks off on Future Stars Friday, Nov.
Tickets for 2025 Kentucky Derby Go on Sale to Public Thursday at Noon
Tickets for the 151st running of the Kentucky Derby presented by Woodford Reserve on Saturday, May 3, at Churchill Downs will go on sale to the public Thursday at noon ET. Two-day all-inclusive reserved tickets to the 151st Longines Kentucky Oaks and Kentucky Derby available for purchase include the new $80-$90 million Starting Gate Courtyard renovation project that will feature new stadium-style seats, permanent upgraded concessions and wagering windows.
Pre-Entries Point to a Most International 2024 Breeders’ Cup
The expected intercontinental showdown in this year’s Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic took another step toward reality Oct. 23 with the announcement of pre-entered runners in that $7 million showcase as well as the other 13 races in the Breeders’ Cup World Championships set for Nov. 1-2 at Del Mar.
