Breeders Cup News Stories

 
 
Rachel Alexandra

Breeders' Cup to Rachel Alexandra, "What if we add $1 million?"

by Maria Starr | September 12th, 2009 | Add a comment
Breeders’ Cup organizers were so determined to see Preakness Stakes winner Rachel Alexandra race at Santa Anita on Nov. 7th against undefeated Zenyatta that they offered to sweeten the winner’s share of the of the Breeders’ Cup Classic by a … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

Long Shot Richard's Kid Wins Pacific Classic

by Maria Starr | September 7th, 2009 | Add a comment
Sunday’s $1 million Pacific Classic at Del Mar paid off big time for anyone who took a chance on 24-1 long shot Richard’s Kid. Trained by Bob Baffert and owned by Arnold Zetcher, the 4-year-old thoroughbred appeared to be enjoying the … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Hysterical Lady

National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Breeders' Cup

by BigpoppaThaShowstoppa | August 14th, 2009 | Add a comment
If you’re looking for an edge in Friday’s Grade 2, $150,000 National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame Stakes at Saratoga you should look no further than Bill Mott. He’s won the race five times and has two capable horses … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

2009 Breeders' Cup Challenge Schedule Announced

by Maria Starr | June 24th, 2009 | Add a comment
The Breeders’ Cup Challenge is a series of “Win and You’re In” automatic qualifying races for the $25.5 million 2009 Breeders’ Cup World Championships. This year’s schedule consists of record 62 races taking place in seven different countries, including 12 … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

Breeders' Cup Board in Need of a Replacement

by Maria Starr | January 7th, 2009 | Add a comment
The Breeders’ Cup announced yesterday that B. Wayne Hughes, a prominent Thoroughbred owner and the founder and chairman of Public Storage, has resigned from the Breeders’ Cup board of directors to concentrate on other business interests.  Hughes had been part … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

Top 10 Horse Races of 2008

by Elizabeth Fairview | December 17th, 2008 | 1 Comment
The Belmont Stakes was the final jewel for Big Brown, but he finished last. The Kentucky Derby displayed how dominant Big Brown could be. The Preakness Stakes was Big Brown at his best, taking it by 5½ lengths. The Breeders’ Cup Classic saw … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

Todd Pletcher Horse Tests Positive for Procaine

by Maria Starr | December 6th, 2008 | Add a comment
Wait a While, the third-place finisher in the US$2 million Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf at Santa Anita Park, this week tested positive for procaine, a Class III drug. According to the California Horse Racing Board, the minimum penalty for … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
2008 Breeders' Cup

2008 Breeders' Cup Review

by Patricia Woo | October 30th, 2008 | Add a comment
The two-day Breeders’ Cup World Championships kicked off on Friday, Oct. 24 with Ventura prevailing over favorite Indian Blessing in the Filly & Mare Sprint. Maram and Stardom Bound won their respective Juvenile divisions, and Forever Together rallied late to … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Breeders Cup

Raven's Pass Wins Breeders' Cup Classic

by Austin Kent | October 25th, 2008 | Add a comment
After weeks of anticipation, the Breeders’ Cup Classic has finally come and gone, and a shocking victor has emerged on top of the field. This year’s Breeders’ Cup Classic winner is Raven’s Pass. With a winning time of 1:59.27, Raven’s Pass managed … Read More Read More
 
 
 
 
 
Casino Drive

Breeders' Cup Today on ABC and ESPN – Bet Now!

by Austin Kent | October 25th, 2008 | Add a comment
With just hours before Saturday’s Breeders’ Cup races are set to take place, fans await the busy schedule and the Breeders’ Cup Classic that headlines the agenda. Joining the legendary Curlin in the 6:45 p.m. (EST) Classic are contenders Casino Drive, … Read More Read More