2009 Breeders’ Cup Contenders & Breeders' Cup Favorites: On November 6th and 7th, 2009 Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, California will once again play host to the Breeders' Cup World Championships — the ultimate test of a thoroughbred's talent and ability. With $25.5 million in purses and awards spread over 14 exciting races, this international event is sure to give horse racing enthusiasts and bettors alike plenty of chances to pick their favorites to win. Zenyatta is the favorite at 5-2 and as the only mare in the field will be ridden by regular rider Mike Smith.
Among Breeders' Cup Contenders & Breeders' Cup Favorites to win is Summer Bird (6/1) who will be ridden by jockey Kent Desormeaux. Running from Post Position 3, Summer Bird is most known for winning the 2009 Belmont Stakes, upsetting the Kentucky Derby winner and Preakness Stakes runner-up, Mine That Bird (15/1), who will run from Post Position 1 at the Breeders Cup.
Irish trainer Aidan O'Brien said that Breeders' Cup Classic (gr. I) contender Rip Van Winkle is fine and did not show any indications of his recurring foot problems when he went to the track at Santa Anita early Nov. 4. Rip Van Winkle is favored by some at 7-2.
The history of the Breeders' Cup can be put down to a number of US racing leaders with one key member John Gaines who thought it would be a good idea to set up the Breeders Cup Races to promote the sport, and act as a showcase and finale to the racing season, with a multimillion dollar total purse.
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