WHERE TO BET ON THE BREEDERS' CUP
Get ready for the 2025 Breeders' Cup! See how you can get in on the action! Breeders Cup betting begins Friday, October 31, 2025!
HOW TO WATCH
Tune in to FanDuel TV+ for Breeders' Cup coverage featuring live racing and analysis. You can watch the live coverage of Breeders' Cup on NBC on October 31, 2025.
LEARN MOREBREEDERS' CUP CONTENDERS
The draw for the 2025 Breeders' Cup post positions will take place on October 27, 2025. This event is crucial for breeders’ cup betting strategies because it determined the starting positions for the horses in each race, which can have a significant impact on race strategies and outcomes.
With only 14 starters allowed in the gate, owners and trainers carefully select which horses to send for a chance at the $30 million prize. You should also be selective when choosing your Breeders’ Cup bets for each race.
BREEDERS' CUP BETTING 101
There are several wager types to choose from in Breeders’ Cup betting. The most simple bets are called straight wagers: win, place, or show.
There are also more complex bets called exotic wagers. These involve predicting the order of multiple horses or the winners of several races. Exotic wagers include exacta, trifecta, superfecta, Super High Five, Daily Double, Pick 3, Pick 4, Pick 5, and Pick 6.
Check out our bet guide to help you learn more about how these bet types work to begin winning right out of the starting gate
Key Breeders’ Cup Betting Factors
Betting on the Breeders' Cup can be both exciting and profitable, but it requires careful consideration and analysis. There are several key factors to consider when placing bets on the Breeders' Cup.
HORSE STATS & PAST PERFORMANCES: To increase your chances of winning, it’s critical to understand the horses. Assessing their strengths, weaknesses, recent performances, record, and factors such as age, weight, pedigree, and jockey is important.
TRACK CONDITIONS: It's important to study the Breeders' Cup track at Del Mar Racetrack, which is relatively short compared to other tracks. Familiarize yourself with the track's peculiarities and how they may affect horse performance. Weather is also crucial to consider, with wet or muddy conditions affecting horse performance and dry conditions favoring horses with speed.
RACING ODDS: Another way to increase your chances of winning is by analyzing the odds and identifying undervalued or overvalued horses. Set a budget and stick to it when betting on the Breeders' Cup, as horse racing can be unpredictable.
BREEDERS' CUP BETTING ODDS
Breeders' Cup odds, like other US horse races, are pari-mutuel, meaning they are based on public wagering. As more money is bet on a horse, its odds decrease, making it a favorite. Morning line odds estimate the betting public's approach to a race, factoring in the results of major 2025 horse races and the reputations of big-race trainers like Todd Pletcher and Chad Brown.
Although long shots can change this, the Kentucky Derby winner typically becomes the favorite. Horses winning Major Grade I races also attract bettors at Pimlico Race Course. On Oct 22nd, live Breeders' Cup betting odds will be calculated using the pari-mutuel system, with final odds determined by dividing the total betting pool by the amount wagered on each horse.
Monitor race day odds, as they can differ from morning line forecasts, like War of Will's 2019 Breeders' Cup win, where his 4/1 morning line odds shifted to 5/1 starting odds. Belmont odds fluctuate significantly on the pari-mutuel system as the event nears, so be prepared for last-minute changes to your picks' odds.
2024 Breeders' Cup Classic Results
The 2024 Breeders' Cup Classic showcased Sierra Leone emerging as the triumphant champion in the 41st edition of the race, defying odds and securing victory in this highly anticipated event. Jockey Flavien Prat skillfully guided the three-year-old colt to the front of the pack, showcasing an impressive performance that culminated in a commanding 1½-length victory. The Breeders' Cup is a premier event in the horse racing calendar, featuring numerous top-tier races. Sierra Leone's victory added another thrilling chapter to the history of this prestigious race, with the colt completing the 1¼-mile distance in 2:00.78 at Del Mar and earning $3.64 million from the $7 million purse.
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FAQ
WHEN AND WHERE IS THE 2025 BREEDERS' CUP?
The 2025 Breeders' Cup is scheduled to take place from Friday, October 31, 2025, to Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Del Mar Racetrack in Del Mar, California.
IN WHICH STATES IS HORSE RACING AVAILABLE?
You can bet on horse racing directly through the Sportsbook app in the following states: AZ, CO, CT, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, NY, OH, PA, VA, WV, WY
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WHY CAN'T I ACCESS HORSE RACING IN SPORTSBOOK?
You can bet on horse racing directly through the Sportsbook app in the following states: AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KY, LA, MD, MA, MI, NY, OH, PA, VA, WV, WY.
Horse racing is not currently available via the Sportsbook app in D.C., KS, NC, NJ, TN, VT.
CAN I USE MY DEPOSITS AND WINNINGS FROM SPORTSBOOK TO PLACE BETS ON THE BREEDERS' CUP?
Yes! You can use all of your sportsbook deposits and winnings to place bets on the Breeders' Cup! We make it easy for you to enjoy play with our integrated wallet.
When are the post times for the 2025 Breeders' Cup races?
Day 1 - Friday, October 31, 2025 (Future Stars Friday)
Juvenile Turf Sprint (G1), 5:45 PM ET
Juvenile Fillies (G1), 6:25 PM ET
Juvenile Fillies Turf (G1), 7:05 PM ET
Juvenile (G1), 7:45 PM ET
Juvenile Turf (G1), 8:25 PM ET
Day 2 - Saturday, November 1, 2025
Filly & Mare Sprint (G1), 3:00 PM ET
Turf Sprint (G1), 3:41 PM ET
Sprint (G1), 4:21 PM ET
Distaff (G1), 5:01 PM ET
Turf (G1), 5:41 PM ET
Classic (G1), 6:25 PM ET
Mile (G1), 7:05 PM ET
Dirt Mile (G1), 7:45 PM ET
Filly & Mare Turf (G1), 8:25 PM ET
How many horses are in each Breeders' Cup Event?
In each race, there are usually 12 to 14 contenders competing for victory. The number of contenders permitted per gate in the Breeders' Cup races varies depending on the particular race.
I won my sports bet or horse racing bet. Where are my winnings?
Horse racing is one of the most exciting and unique sports in betting, from the Kentucky Derby, to the Breeders' Cup, and beyond.
But it can also be a bit complicated sometimes.
FanDuel and all other sports betting providers rely on official statistics and results from the leagues like the NFL or NBA. Horse racing is a little different depending on race course tracks and governing bodies, and it can include post-race inspection, video replay, and much more.
Because of this, it can take a little longer for any winnings to end up in your account following a race compared to other sports. This is called "bet settlement."
We must wait on any official results in case there are no disqualifications or issues with the confirmed outcome of the race.
What kind of bets can I make on Breeders' Cup events?
You can make the same kinds of bets on the Breeders' Cup that you can on any horse race: straight bets (win, place, show), exotic bets (exacta, trifecta, superfecta, Super High Five), and pick wagers (Daily Double, Pick 3, Pick 4, Pick 5, and Pick 6).
How do I understand the odds?
Breeders’ Cup betting is pari-mutuel: this means the odds are based on how people are betting. If more money is bet on a horse, the price will be shorter; if little money is bet on a horse, then the odds will be higher. Note also that odds on American races like the Breeders' Cup are phrased in terms of the multiple of profit you will get over the money you originally bet. For example, if a horse wins the Belmont at 5-1 odds, that means the horse will pay $12 to win: $10 worth of winnings, plus your original $2 stake.
Who won the Breeders' Cup Classic in 2024?
Sierra Leone won the 2024 Breeders' Cup Classic. He was expertly ridden by jockey Flavien Prat, delivering a standout performance in this prestigious race.