The Breeders' Cup, taking place at Del Mar on November 1 and 2, showcases the world's top thoroughbreds in exhilarating races, headlined by the $7 million Longines Breeders' Cup Classic.
The Breeders' Cup is one of the most anticipated events in the horse racing calendar, bringing together elite thoroughbreds, skilled jockeys, and top trainers from across the globe.
Held this year at California's stunning Del Mar racetrack on November 1 and 2, the Breeders' Cup promises two days of exhilarating racing, culminating in the $7 million Longines Breeders' Cup Classic, the richest race in North America.
With stars like City Of Troy aiming to make history for trainer Aidan O'Brien, and fan-favorite Big Evs making his final appearance before heading to stud, this year’s edition is set to deliver drama and some top level racing.
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Breeders' Cup 2024 Date
The 2024 Breeders' Cup is set for November 1 and 2 at the picturesque Del Mar racetrack in California.
This highly anticipated event will feature the main attraction of the two day festival, the $7 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic, a prestigious race covering 1 1/4 miles on dirt with a post time of 09:41 p.m. GMT.
Breeders' Cup Odds
To view the odds of the 14 races that will take place at Del Mar this weekend, click here.
Below is a look at how the early market has priced the main event, the Breeders' Cup Classic.
| Horse | Odds | Implied Probability (%) |
|---|---|---|
| City Of Troy | 7/4 | 36.36 |
| Fierceness | 5/1 | 16.67 |
| Forever Young | 11/2 | 15.38 |
| Sierra Leone | 12/1 | 7.69 |
| Highland Falls | 16/1 | 5.88 |
| Ushba Tesoro | 16/1 | 5.88 |
Breeders' Cup Winners
The Breeders' Cup Classic has long produced some of the best performances in thoroughbred racing, featuring an impressive lineup of past champions.
Notable winners include the legendary Sunday Silence (1989), the exceptional Cigar (1995), and dual victor Tiznow (2000-01).
Recent champions like Curlin (2007), Zenyatta (2009), and American Pharoah (2015) have further solidified the race's prestigious reputation.
Last year's $6 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic saw White Abarrio deliver a commanding performance, sitting just off the lead behind the pacesetting Arabian Knight before sweeping past under Irad Ortiz Jr. to secure a thrilling 1-length victory in the 1 1/4-mile race.
The event also highlighted the thrilling victory of Cody’s Wish in the $1 million Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile and Ryan Moore's brilliant ride aboard Auguste Rodin (IRE) in the $4 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf.
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Breeders' Cup Tips
City of Troy has emerged as the most backed horse by oddschecker punters in the Breeders' Cup Classic, accounting for an impressive 74% of total bets over the past week.
He is currently a best price of 7/4 with bet365.
The colt's outstanding performance in the Juddmonte International at York, where he achieved a career-best rating of 129RPR, showcases his exceptional talent.
With six wins from seven starts, including victories in the Derby and Eclipse, City of Troy has proven himself against top-tier competition.
His impressive cruising speed combined with his pedigree as the progeny of Justify, should mean the transition to a dirt track won't hold him back.
Further, this year lacks a standout dirt performer among older horses and the three-year-old generation, which enhances City of Troy's prospects.
With O’Brien and his owners clearly eyeing this race for some time, punters are rallying behind him, believing that he has the potential to secure O’Brien's long-awaited victory in the Breeders' Cup Classic.
