In 2018, all five Juvenile (two-year old) races will be run on the same day to create Future Stars Friday. The day will culminate with the $2 Million Sentient Jet Juvenile that will help decide who will return to Churchill Downs as a favorite for the 2019 Kentucky Derby. Enjoy Tony and Tanlines performance in the Plaza.

Who will be the next future star to rise to the challenge on Future Stars Friday at the Breeders' Cup? Don't pass up your chance to witness horse racing's stars of tomorrow at the 2018 Breeders' Cup World Championships.. To learn more about this event and the Breeders' Cup Challenge series visit Breeders' Cup

Racing highlights for the day include:

  • Breeders' Cup Juvenile Turf Sprint (Race 5)
  • Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies Turf (Race 6)
  • Tito's Handmade Vodka Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies (Race 7)
  • Breeder's Cup Juvenile Turf (Race 8)
  • Sentient Jet Breeders' Cup Juvenile (Race 9)

Churchill Downs will host the Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge, a $10,000 Buy-In handicapping contest centered around Breeders' Cup racing. Participants and a guest will enjoy the VIP experience at the track. For more information visit Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge.

View 2018 Breeders' Cup Event Brochure

Review Breeders' Cup Gate and Entry Process

Review Breeders' Cup Ticketing Policy

Race Day Information


Gates Open10:00AM
Race 112:56pm
Race 21:29pm
Race 32:04pm
Race 42:37pm
Race 53:23pm
Race 64:01pm
Race 74:41pm
Race 85:23pm
Race 96:07pm
Race 106:45pm