DEL MAR, CA – The stage is set for an epic renewal of the $7 million Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic (G1) — the crown jewel of the 42nd Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Del Mar. A field of ten world-class runners will line up, led by 6-5 morning-line favorite Sovereignty, who looks to cap one of the greatest 3-year-old campaigns in recent memory.
Trained by Hall of Famer Bill Mott, the Godolphin homebred enters with victories in the Kentucky Derby, Belmont Stakes, and Travers Stakes, making him a rare Triple Grade 1-winning 3-year-old in the modern era. With Junior Alvarado aboard from post 6, Sovereignty will test older competition for the first time — and Racing Dudes analysts believe his tactical speed and consistency make him the one to beat.
“Sovereignty has handled everything thrown at him this season,” said Racing Dudes co-founder Aaron Halterman. “But facing battle-tested older horses at Del Mar adds a new layer of intrigue — and that’s where the Betting Bible comes in. You need to know exactly how to play this race, not just who to pick.”
Returning Stars Aim to Upset the Derby Hero
Three familiar faces from last year’s Classic are back: Sierra Leone (8-1), Fierceness (4-1), and Forever Young (JPN) (6-1) — the respective 1-2-3 finishers in 2024.
Sierra Leone, trained by Chad Brown, bids to become only the second back-to-back Classic winner since Tiznow (2000–2001). He’ll break from post 7 with Flavien Prat aboard. Fierceness, the 2023 Breeders’ Cup Juvenile champion, gives Todd Pletcher another strong hand. With John Velazquez riding from the rail, he’ll look to rebound from several tough-luck defeats earlier in the year.
Japanese star Forever Young, already a global sensation with more than $15.7 million in earnings, returns for trainer Yoshito Yahagi. A win here would make him Japan’s first-ever Breeders’ Cup Classic winner — and Racing Dudes handicappers caution bettors not to overlook his proven ability to travel and finish strongly.
The Rest of the Field: Value and Chaos Loom
The rest of the lineup offers plenty of live longshots and exotic potential:
Baeza (15-1, post 2), Nevada Beach (20-1, post 3), Contrary Thinking (50-1, post 4), Mindframe (10-1, post 8), Journalism (10-1, post 9), and Antiquarian (15-1, post 10).
Each has flashed talent this season, with Mindframe and Journalism emerging as popular “wise-guy” horses among Racing Dudes’ Premium members. Expect aggressive tactics from the inside posts, creating a potentially fast early pace that could set up a dramatic stretch duel.
How to Bet the Classic Like a Pro
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“The Classic is the ultimate test of class, pace, and stamina,” said Jared Welch. “With this year’s mix of dominant 3-year-olds and proven older stars, it’s a dream race for bettors — and the Betting Bible gives you the roadmap to cash in.”
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