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The 39th edition of The Breeders’ Cup, one of the most highly anticipated horse racing events of the year, is scheduled to occur this weekend.
Keeneland racetrack in Lexington, Ky will host a grand total of 14 races on November 4th and 5th.
The conclusion of the North American racing schedule for the year is marked by the two-day event.
Included in this information about the Breeders’ Cup is the prominent race known as the Breeders’ Cup Classic.
2022 Breeders Cup Schedule
Friday’s races and Saturday’s early races will be broadcasted throughout the weekend on USA Network and FanDuel TV during the two-day racing event.
Live coverage of the final three races on Saturday will be available on NBC, while NBC’s streaming service, Peacock, will also offer comprehensive coverage throughout the weekend.
Exclusive on-air content for The Breeders’ Cup is being offered by FanDuel+.
Below is the listed schedule for the actual 14-race program.
Friday, Nov. 4
- The Juvenile Turf Sprint, with a purse of $1 million, will take place at 3 p.m.
- The Juvenile Fillies race, with a prize of $2 million, will take place at 3:40 p.m.
- The Juvenile Fillies Turf, a race with a prize of $1 million, will take place at 4:20 p.m.
- The juvenile, worth $2 million, will be available at 5 p.m.
- The Juvenile Turf race, with a prize of $1 million, will take place at 5:40 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 5
- The Filly & Mare Sprint, with a prize of $1 million, will take place at 11:50 a.m.
- The Turf Sprint, worth $1 million, will commence at 12:29 p.m.
- The Dirt Mile, with a prize of $2 million, will take place at 1:10 p.m.
- The Filly & Mare Turf will take place at 1:50 p.m., with a prize of $2 million.
- At 2:30 p.m., Sprint received a funding of $2 million.
- At 3:10 p.m., a milestone worth $2 million was reached.
- At 3:55 p.m., the Distaff race, which carries a prize of $2 million, will take place.
- At 4:40 p.m., the Turf race, worth a staggering $4 million, took place.
- Classic, valued at $6 million, starts at 5:40 p.m.
Flightline a clear Breeders Cup Classic favorite
The Breeders’ Cup Classic is a prestigious horse race held on a dirt track, spanning a distance of 1¼ miles. This high-stakes event showcases Grade 1 horses that are at least 3 years old.
Flightline has emerged as the undeniable front-runner among the eight horses competing for the 2022 title.
In Breeders’ Cup history, the 4-year-old colt remains unbeaten and is currently regarded as the favorite from the fourth position, with odds of 3/5. This makes him one of the most highly favored betting options with relatively low odds.
Flightline, with a perfect 5-0 racing record, triumphed in the Metropolitan Handicap and Pacific Classic Stakes in the year 2022. Accompanied by jockey Flavien Prat, Flightline showcased its unbeatable prowess in all its glorious victories.
As of Thursday, the odds race shows Flightline as the clear frontrunner, with Epicenter being the closest competitor at 5/1 odds from the sixth position. Following closely behind are Life is Good at 6/1 odds from the second position, and Taiba at 8/1 odds from the first position. These three horses are the only ones with odds less than 10/1.
How to bet on horse racing
Placing bets on horse races is a breeze, especially when done online. While having knowledge of the terminology is crucial, the actual bets are quite simple and easy to understand.
No matter the type of horse racing you choose to bet on, the available wager options remain fairly consistent. Here are your betting options for The Breeders’ Cup.
Straight bets
- To emerge victorious, you place a bet on a horse.
- Location: You place a bet on a horse to come in either first or second place.
- Show: Place your bet on a horse to come in either first, second, or third place.
Exotic bets
- The Exacta bet involves selecting two horses to finish first and second, maintaining the exact order. If you manage to correctly predict the precise finishing order of the top two horses, you have the chance to win significant payouts. Additionally, you can choose to box this bet, which allows you to place two separate bets by switching the order of finish.
- Quinella betting involves selecting two horses to finish first and second, regardless of their order. While it offers decent payouts for correctly predicting the top two finishers, the winnings may be smaller compared to an exacta bet.
- A trifecta bet involves selecting three horses to finish in first, second, and third place, respectively. If you manage to accurately predict the exact order of the top three horses, you can enjoy even higher payouts. Additionally, there is an option to box this bet, which allows you to interchange the finishing order of the three horses.
- The Superfecta is a wager where you predict the precise order in which four horses will finish – first, second, third, and fourth. If you manage to accurately select the exact finishing positions of all four horses, you are in for substantial winnings. Alternatively, you have the option to box this bet, but it’s important to note that reversing the finishing order for four horses can become quite costly.
Wheeling
The exotic bets mentioned earlier can also be wheeled, which involves determining the final position of your leading horses and including additional bets with various combinations of horses for subsequent finishing positions.
This method allows you to save money compared to boxing while still providing extra opportunities to win.
Where to bet on The Breeders Cup in Michigan
When it comes to horse racing, Michigan offers a variety of online betting options.
In June 2020, TVG became the first platform to launch live in Michigan, establishing itself as a prominent figure in horse racing betting. For new users looking to bet on The Breeders’ Cup, TVG is presenting an opportunity to place their first wager risk-free, with a limit of $200. Simply click the link below to begin your betting experience.
The introduction of FanDuel Racing has provided users with a FanDuel online sportsbook or casino account the convenience of betting on horse racing directly. Despite FanDuel’s ownership of TVG, it has now unveiled its very own horse racing app under its own brand name.
TwinSpires, an online platform, provides horse racing betting services as well. In September 2020, TwinSpires ventured into the online casino and sports betting sector in Michigan but eventually decided to refocus solely on the horse racing industry earlier this year.
In March 2021, Xpress Bet was introduced as a betting platform for Michigan residents. Additionally, Michigan bettors have the option of using NYRA Bets. NYRA Bets gained approval in October 2021 and is affiliated with BetMGM Racing, an established online horse racing application available in various states.
