The prestigious Breeders’ Cup World Championships makes its highly anticipated return to the picturesque Del Mar Racetrack in San Diego, California, for an action-packed two-day festival of elite horse racing on November 1-2, 2024. This year’s event features a spectacular lineup of 14 championship races with combined purses exceeding $28 million.
Comprehensive Broadcast Coverage
Friday’s Racing Schedule (November 1)
The opening day coverage begins on USA Network from 4 PM to 8 PM ET, featuring several championship races including the thrilling Juvenile Turf Sprint. Exclusive coverage continues on Peacock from 8 PM to 8:45 PM ET, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.
Saturday’s Triple-Network Coverage (November 2)
- USA Network kicks off coverage from 2 PM to 3 PM ET
- NBC takes the reins from 3:30 PM to 6 PM ET
- USA Network returns for the evening races from 6 PM to 8 PM ET
All races will be available for streaming on Peacock, NBCSports.com, and the NBC Sports app.
Friday’s Championship Races
The opening day features five prestigious races:
- Juvenile Turf Sprint (5f, $1M purse)
- Juvenile Fillies (1m½f, $2M purse)
- Juvenile Fillies Turf (1m, $1M purse)
- Juvenile (1m½f, $2M purse)
- Juvenile Turf (1m, $1M purse)
Saturday’s Championship Card
The second day presents an outstanding lineup of nine championship races, highlighted by:
Featured Races
- Breeders’ Cup Classic – The flagship race with a $7 million purse
- Breeders’ Cup Turf – A challenging 1m4f contest worth $5 million
- Breeders’ Cup Distaff – Elite fillies and mares competing for $2 million
The Classic: Crown Jewel of the Championships
The 41st Breeders’ Cup Classic takes center stage on Saturday with:
- Post time: 5:41 PM ET
- Distance: 1¼ miles
- Purse: $7 million
- Weather forecast: Overcast conditions with possible rain, high of 66°F
Essential Information for Race Fans
- Each championship race allows a maximum of 14 horses
- Total prize money across all races exceeds $28 million
- Comprehensive streaming options available for international viewers
- State-of-the-art facilities at Del Mar provide optimal racing conditions
The 2024 Breeders’ Cup World Championships promises to deliver world-class racing entertainment, bringing together the finest thoroughbreds, jockeys, and trainers for an unforgettable weekend of championship racing at one of America’s most beautiful racetracks.