Breeders’ Cup Releases Final Race Order, Post Times, and Wagering Menu for 2025 World Championships at Del Mar
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Lexington, KY – October 22, 2025 – Breeders’ Cup Limited today released the official race order, post times, and wagering menu for the 42nd Breeders’ Cup World Championships, set to captivate Del Mar Thoroughbred Club on Friday, October 31, and Saturday, November 1. Boasting 14 Grade 1 races with more than $34 million in purses and awards, the two-day global summit – plus select undercard events – delivers wall-to-wall excitement, broadcast live across NBC Sports, USA Network, Peacock, and FanDuel TV.
Finalized ahead of next week’s post-position draw, the schedule integrates the championships into robust cards to heighten drama for trackside spectators and a worldwide audience. Friday’s 10-race program spotlights juvenile talent, while Saturday’s 12-race lineup builds to the $7 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) as the centerpiece, bookended by fellow blue-ribbon tests.
“Hosting the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar – where the turf meets the surf – allows us to blend world-class racing with the Pacific’s allure, creating moments that resonate globally,” said Drew Fleming, Breeders’ Cup President & CEO. “This year’s wagering innovations, from All-Turf and All-Dirt Pick 4s to mandatory payouts on key sequences, will supercharge engagement as fans from 43 countries join the fray.”
NBC Sports delivers over 10 hours of coverage, with Saturday’s 3.5-hour NBC window from 12:30-4:00 p.m. PT / 3:30-7:00 p.m. ET showcasing the Classic and four other championships, all simulcast on Peacock for seamless streaming. FanDuel TV’s Breeders’ Cup Players’ Show covers every race live on its platform, BreedersCup.com, the official app, YouTube, social channels, and ADW outlets worldwide.
Friday, October 31: Juvenile Excellence Takes the Spotlight
Gates open at 9:00 a.m. PT, with first post at 11:35 a.m. PT / 2:35 p.m. ET. The 10-race card opens with five undercard races, transitioning to five championships that herald the sport’s rising stars.
- Race 1: The Pacific Shore – 11:35 a.m. PT / 2:35 p.m. ET
- Race 2: Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance Stakes – 12:10 p.m. PT / 3:10 p.m. ET
- Race 3: Golden State Juvenile Fillies Stakes – 12:45 p.m. PT / 3:45 p.m. ET
- Race 4: Senator Ken Maddy Stakes – 1:25 p.m. PT / 4:25 p.m. ET
- Race 5: Golden State Juvenile Stakes – 2:05 p.m. PT / 5:05 p.m. ET
- Race 6: $1 Million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1) – 2:45 p.m. PT / 5:45 p.m. ET
A lightning-fast five furlongs on turf for precocious 2-year-olds. - Race 7: $1 Million NetJets Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies (G1) – 3:25 p.m. PT / 6:25 p.m. ET
1 1/16 miles on dirt, spotlighting future Oaks contenders. - Race 8: $1 Million John Deere Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1) – 4:05 p.m. PT / 7:05 p.m. ET
One mile on turf for emerging filly turf stars. - Race 9: $2 Million FanDuel Breeders’ Cup Juvenile (G1) – 4:45 p.m. PT / 7:45 p.m. ET
The 1 1/16-mile dirt Derby path marker for unbeaten colts and geldings. - Race 10: $1 Million Breeders’ Cup Juvenile Turf (G1) – 5:25 p.m. PT / 8:25 p.m. ET
One mile on turf, closing the day with international juvenile flair.
Wagering action includes a $3 All-Turf Pick 3 on Races 6, 8, and 10, plus multiple Pick 4s, 5s, and a Pick 6, with potential carryovers to Saturday.
Saturday, November 1: Championship Day Delivers Epic Confrontations
The 12-race card ignites at 10:05 a.m. PT / 1:05 p.m. ET, with three undercard races leading into nine championships. Four precede the Classic, with three following to extend the thrill.
- Race 1: The Sunrise (Allowance) – 10:05 a.m. PT / 1:05 p.m. ET
- Race 2: The Ocean View (Allowance) – 10:40 a.m. PT / 1:40 p.m. ET
- Race 3: Goldikova Stakes (G3) – 11:15 a.m. PT / 2:15 p.m. ET
- Race 4: $1 Million PNC Bank Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Sprint (G1) – 12:00 p.m. PT / 3:00 p.m. ET
Six furlongs on dirt for speedy fillies and mares. - Race 5: $1 Million Prevagen Breeders’ Cup Turf Sprint (G1) – 12:41 p.m. PT / 3:41 p.m. ET
Five furlongs on turf, blending California closers with overseas invaders. - Race 6: $2 Million Cygames Breeders’ Cup Sprint (G1) – 1:21 p.m. PT / 4:21 p.m. ET
Six furlongs on dirt, where champions defend their crowns. - Race 7: $2 Million Longines Breeders’ Cup Distaff (G1) – 2:01 p.m. PT / 5:01 p.m. ET
1 1/8 miles on dirt, a powerhouse clash of distaff divisions. - Race 8: $4 Million Longines Breeders’ Cup Turf (G1) – 2:41 p.m. PT / 5:41 p.m. ET
1 1/2 miles on turf, seeking repeat glory in the green marathon. - Race 9: $7 Million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) – 3:25 p.m. PT / 6:25 p.m. ET
The 1 1/4-mile test of champions, pitting last year’s top finishers Sierra Leone, Fierceness, and Forever Young against Kentucky Derby hero Sovereignty and Preakness winner Journalism. - Race 10: $2 Million FanDuel Breeders’ Cup Mile (G1) – 4:05 p.m. PT / 7:05 p.m. ET
One mile on turf, chasing history in the speed-versus-stamina showdown. - Race 11: $2 Million Breeders’ Cup Dirt Mile (G1) – 4:45 p.m. PT / 7:45 p.m. ET
One mile on dirt, rewarding routers who relish the shortcut. - Race 12: $2 Million Maker’s Mark Breeders’ Cup Filly & Mare Turf (G1) – 5:25 p.m. PT / 8:25 p.m. ET
1 3/8 miles on turf, crowning the division’s elite.
Saturday’s menu features All-Turf and All-Dirt Pick 4s on select Grade 1s, three Pick 5s (early Races 1-5, middle Races 5-9 with mandatory payout, late Races 8-12), a Pick 6, and four Special Daily Doubles linking Friday-Saturday races. The late Pick 5, Pick 6, and final Super High 5 mandate payouts for explosive finales.
Returning to Del Mar for the fourth time after 2024’s record $203.7 million wagering handle, the Championships promise sellout crowds, star power, and indelible highlights amid ocean vistas. Secure tickets, hospitality, and wagering access at breederscup.com.
About the Breeders’ Cup
The Breeders’ Cup is the pinnacle of Thoroughbred racing, uniting the world’s best horses, jockeys, trainers, and fans for two days of world-class competition. Since its inception in 1984, the Championships have grown into a global phenomenon, crowning champions and creating legends on the track. For more information, visit breederscup.com.
