Breeders’ Cup prep races feature Pacific Classic and Alabama Stakes

Major horse racing events are approaching, including the Pacific Classic at Del Mar and the Alabama Stakes at Saratoga Race Course. The Pacific Classic, a $1 million dirt race, serves as a Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series event, offering the winner a fees-paid berth to the $7 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic scheduled for October at Keeneland.

In terms of betting outlooks, Knightsbridge is the morning-line favorite for the Pacific Classic despite drawing an outside post. Sovereignty is also noted as a strong contender following a victory in the Whitney Stakes. Other notable horses in the Breeders’ Cup Classic conversation include Forever Young and Magnitude.

The Alabama Stakes, a $600,000 race for three-year-old fillies, will be televised nationwide on FOX.