Breeders' Cup Delays Ticket Sales for 2021 Event

Ticket sales for the 2021 Breeders' Cup World Championships that will be held Nov. 5-6 at Del Mar have been delayed, Breeders' Cup president and CEO Drew Fleming shared in a newsletter to fans Feb. 8. 

"As always, the health and safety of our fans, participants, employees, athletes, and the public remain our top priority. We are working closely with Del Mar, local officials, and public health experts to safely plan the 2021 World Championships," Fleming wrote. "To ensure we have the most up-to-date safety protocols in place in compliance with CDC guidelines, including the permitted levels of attendance, we are delaying ticket sales for the 2021 Breeders' Cup World Championships until we have greater clarity on the ever-changing landscape. Rest assured, it is our strong intent to safely host fans at the 2021 World Championships.

"We will send further updates and details in the coming months to provide you with as much time as possible to plan a trip to Del Mar. We look forward to welcoming you back to the World Championships and thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these unprecedented times."

Tickets for the 2020 World Championships held at Keeneland went on sale in early March last year, but Breeders' Cup later announced in September that the event would be limited to essential personnel required to run the races, along with participants such as owners, horsemen, and jockeys, due to the COVID-19 pandemic.