How to watch the Breeders’ Cup live from anywhere in the world
Don’t miss one of the most prestigious and lucrative events in racing
Watch the Breeders’ Cup on TV and don’t miss out on the action at the world championships in Kentucky.
This two-day event comprises 14 Grade 1 races and the Breeders’ Cup sees the world’s best thoroughbreds compete for a total prize pot of $34m.
- Breeders’ Cup dates: 30–31 October 2026
- Breeders’ Cup on TV: Multiple broadcasters
- Watch from anywhere: Use this NordVPN deal
How to watch the Breeders’ Cup on TV
The ITV Racing coverage will show five races on Friday and four races on Saturday (schedule below), including the Breeders’ Cup Classic, on ITV4 and ITVX.
You don’t an ITVX subscription to watch racing live on TV – just an email address and a valid TV license. You can register for a free account or download the app to your mobile device.
Sky Sports Racing and Racing TV will show the entirety of the Breeders’ Cup meeting for viewers in the UK.
In the US, races will be split across NBC, USA Network, Peacock and FanDuel TV.
You can also watch for free on the Breeder’s Cup website.
How to watch the Breeders’ Cup live from anywhere
If you’re away from home and your normal coverage is geo-blocked, a VPN will get you your usual coverage from anywhere in the world.
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ITV racing schedule: Breeders’ Cup
Time (UK) |
Race |
6.55pm |
5½f Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint |
7.35pm |
1m Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies' |
8.15pm |
1m Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies' Turf |
8.55 |
1m Breeders' Cup Juvenile |
9.35 |
1m Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf |
Time (UK) |
Race |
8.20pm |
1m Breeders' Cup Mile |
8.58pm |
1m 1/2f Breeders' Cup Distaff |
9.35pm |
1m 4f Breeders' Cup Turf |
10.15 |
1m 2f Breeders' Cup Classic |
What is the Breeders’ Cup?
The Breeders’ Cup is a two-day race meeting that takes place annually with 14 races and a total prize pot of $34m.
The host venue of the Breeders’ Cup varies, but for 2026 it will be held at Keeneland, Kentucky.
The Breeders’ Cup meeting starts with Future Stars Friday, where the sport’s stars of tomorrow compete in five Juvenile (two-year-old) races. The action continues on Saturday where the Breeders’ Cup will crown nine more champions across different surfaces and divisions, including the season-defining $7m Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic.
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