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Breeders' Cup: $34 Million in Prizes at Del Mar!

10/16/2025

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Summary

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The Breeders' Cup World Championships will run October 31 to November 1 at Del Mar, California.
This year's event features 14 Grade 1 races with over $34 million in purses.
NBC Sports will provide more than 10 hours of live coverage, including a 3.5-hour Saturday broadcast.
The Longines Breeders' Cup Classic will showcase last year's top finishers and other champions.

History

Historical Context

The Breeders' Cup World Championships began in 1984 as a year-end championship for North American Thoroughbred racing, proposed by John R. Gaines to enhance the sport's image. Initially a single-day event, it expanded to two days in 2007, featuring 14 Grade 1 races and over $34 million in purses in 2023, solidifying its status as a premier global racing event.

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Story summary

The Breeders' Cup World Championships will run October 31 to November 1 at Del Mar, California.
This year's event features 14 Grade 1 races with over $34 million in purses.
NBC Sports will provide more than 10 hours of live coverage, including a 3.5-hour Saturday broadcast.
The Longines Breeders' Cup Classic will showcase last year's top finishers and other champions.

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