2009 Breeders’ Cup Results

Zenyatta in the winner's circle after the 2009 Breeders' Cup Classic (AP Photo)

Charts and video for each of the 2009 Breeders’ Cup races at Santa Anita, November 6 and 7.

Even Her Opponents Hail Zenyatta
Many now believe undefeated mare deserves Horse of the Year honors ›

Zenyatta Roars Past Classic Foes
Zenyatta kicked in on the far turn, split horses at the quarter pole, and drew away to win by one length ›

Video

Exit a Legend

Author Photo By Ernie Munick / 11.10.09 / 14 Comments

Zenyatta joins the pantheon of greats and sets off a fiery Horse of the Year discussion.

The Works for 11.04.09

Author Photo By TVG / The Works / 11.05.09 / Comment

Aidan’s army hits the track; Zenyatta arrives at Santa Anita; California Flag flies free.

Lady’s Secret Analysis

Author Photo By Tim Turrell / 10.10.09 / 1 Comment

Zenyatta is just flat-out better than any filly in North America, besides you-know-who.

Contender Analysis: The Europeans

By Jeff Siegel / 10.30.09 / Comment

HRTV analyst Jeff Siegel has examined every 2009 Breeders’ Cup European-based entrant in a series of race-by-race thumbnail sketches. Browse the sketches, beginning with contenders likely for the Friday races.

More contender profiles ›

The Americans
At the Races analyst Barry Faulkner surveys a dozen American contenders ›

Breeders' Cup Biographies
Updated bios for all 2009 participants ›

BC360 Blogs

On the Grounds

Euro Luck By Nick Luck / 11.05.09 / Comment

Safely installed at Santa Anita, Nick Luck provides a more complete picture of the European contenders. The gossip and rumor mill is at full steam; here’s how he see things.