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Del
Mar, CA – March 2024 / NewsmakerAlert: A broad range of seating
options for the 2024 Breeders' Cup World Championships were unveiled
at BreedersCup.com/Tickets.
Fans can browse ticket offerings and pricing for the 41st annual running
of Thoroughbred racing's international showcase, which will be held Nov.
1-2 in Del Mar, California. Tickets go on sale to the general public on
April 22 at Noon ET/9:00 a.m. PT; however, fans can register for
pre-sale access now at BreedersCup.com/2024.
Featuring 14 Grade 1 races
and $33 million in purses and awards, the 2024 World Championships will
entertain fans from around the globe as the sport's best horses, owners,
breeders, trainers, and jockeys compete over two days of world-class racing.
Attendees will enjoy outstanding culinary experiences, high fashion, and
top entertainment at Del Mar Thoroughbred
Club, “Where the turf meets the surf” on the shores of the Pacific
Ocean, as the World Championships are held at the seaside oval for a third
time.
To further elevate the experience
for all fans and participants, Breeders' Cup and Del Mar will invest more
than $5 million to create new seating areas and expanded hospitality offerings.
This investment will include the construction of a luxury chalet that will
provide approximately 700 premium dining seats, the addition of more than
1,000 temporary box seats, and enhanced culinary activations around Del
Mar.
“Del Mar is a fantastic partner
in hosting the World Championships, showcasing the highest levels of international
Thoroughbred racing while providing a tremendous hospitality experience,”
said Drew Fleming,
President & CEO of Breeders' Cup Limited. “We look forward to our domestic
and international fans returning to the San Diego area to enjoy everything
the local community and World Championships have to offer.”
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“We're thrilled to once
again welcome the world's best horses, owners, breeders, trainers, and
jockeys to Del Mar for the 2024 Breeders' Cup World Championships,” said
Josh Rubinstein, President of Del Mar Thoroughbred Club. “This prestigious
event not only showcases the pinnacle of international Thoroughbred racing
and brings economic support to our city, but also highlights the exceptional
hospitality and unforgettable experiences our world-class venue has to
offer.”
Curtis Stone, a Michelin-starred
chef and world-renowned restaurateur, author, and media personality, will
again create a world-class culinary experience for premium dining areas
at the World Championships after partnering with the Breeders' Cup in 2023
to rave reviews. Owner of the critically acclaimed Gwen and Maude restaurants
in Los Angeles and Woodend by Curtis Stone at Maroma, A Belmond Hotel in
the Riviera Maya, Stone will return to work on-site with his team to curate
innovative offerings for guests arriving from around the world. Stone's
cuisine will be offered in select Clubhouse and Stretch Run premium dining
areas.
“I'm delighted to expand
my partnership with Breeders' Cup to enhance the culinary experience at
the 2024 World Championships,” Stone said. “Del Mar is a wonderful venue
and I look forward to curating unique and elevated cuisine that pairs well
with its beautiful surroundings.”
“This collaboration represents
everything Breeders' Cup strives to present to our guests – outstanding
culinary offerings, phenomenal hospitality, and great entertainment,” Fleming
added. “We are very pleased to welcome Chef Stone and his team back to
the Breeders' Cup for a second consecutive year and, based on the fantastic
feedback we received in 2023, we know our guests this year will enjoy Chef's
excellent cuisine as they watch the world's greatest Thoroughbreds compete
at the highest level.”
Variety of Seating Options
Available
A variety of seating options
at various price points are available for the 2024 World Championships,
including premium dining packages, box seating options, reserved seating,
and general admission. Two-day dining packages are available for purchase
ranging from $583 to $2,306 per seat, while box seating options include
both single and two-day packages starting at $475 for a single day and
$1,165 for both days. Reserved seating is available in both single and
two-day packages that start at $107 for a single day and $425 per seat
for both days. Infield General Admission prices are $67 per person for
Friday and $133 for Saturday. Trackside General Admission prices are $100
per person for Friday and $199 per person Saturday.
All tickets will be sold
in advance of the World Championships and are subject to availability at
the time of purchase. No tickets will be sold on-site. Those interested
in hosting corporate outings or large groups may register for more information
at BreedersCup.com/Groups.
Del Mar is unique in its
picturesque natural backdrop, while the surrounding area attracts visitors
from around the world in pursuit of top-class racing, beautiful beaches,
award-winning cuisine, and boutique hotels. The seaside oval undertook
an extensive expansion of its luxury seating options for the Breeders'
Cup in 2017 and 2021 and will again conduct a significant buildout for
the return of the World Championships.
The 2017 debut of the Breeders'
Cup at Del Mar resulted in a record-breaking, two-day on-track wagering
mark, while the World Championships generated a record $97 million in economic
impact for San Diego County. The 2021 edition, conducted during the COVID-19
pandemic, set a wagering record for the World Championships while permitting
fans to return in limited numbers with appropriate health measures in place.
In accordance with a longstanding
commitment by Breeders' Cup Limited to delivering a curated and intimate
fan experience, Breeders' Cup and Del Mar officials are working to ensure
optimal seating offerings for all attendees, while maintaining an intimate
fan experience and ensuring maximum safety and comfort. With attendance
capped at 37,500, fans are encouraged to acquire tickets early as demand
is expected to be high.
All on-site parking at Del
Mar will be sold in advance. Pricing ranges from $50 per pass on Friday
to $75 per pass on Saturday, depending on the lot location. A dedicated
ride-share lot will be available for patrons over the weekend. For more
information, please visit BreedersCup.com/Transportation.
Breeders' Cup Experiences
is the official ticket, hospitality, and travel package provider for the
2024 Breeders' Cup at Del Mar. Packages are all-inclusive and provide top-end
food and drink, reserved seating, hospitality, and exciting insider experiences.
Fans can visit the Breeders' Cup Experiences website, BreedersCupExperiences.com,
for more information.
About Breeders' Cup
Breeders' Cup Limited administers
the Breeders' Cup World Championships, Thoroughbred racing's year-end Championships,
as well as the Breeders' Cup Challenge Series: Win and You're In, which
provides automatic starting positions into the Championships races through
an 80-race series hosted by 11 countries, and the U.S.-based Dirt Dozen
Bonus Series. The Breeders' Cup supports and operates under the Horseracing
Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA), which, for the first time, establishes
a national, uniform set of rules applicable to every Thoroughbred racing
participant and racetrack. HISA seeks to enhance the safety of both horse
and rider and to protect the integrity of the sport to the benefit of all
racing participants, fans, and bettors. The 2024 Breeders' Cup World Championships,
consisting of 14 Grade 1 Championship races and $33 million in purses and
awards, will be Nov. 1-2 at Del Mar in Del Mar, California. The 2025 World
Championships will also be held at Del Mar on Oct. 31-Nov. 1. The Championships
will be televised live by NBC Sports. Press releases appear on the Breeders'
Cup website, BreedersCup.com.
You can also follow the Breeders' Cup on social media.
About Del Mar
Opened in 1937, San Diego's
iconic — and the nation's only — seaside racetrack features the world's
top racehorses, trainers and jockeys, as well as the best in fashion and
classic California culture “where the turf meets the surf.” What began
as a Hollywood hotspot in the era of the racetrack's founder, Bing Crosby,
is now one of America's foremost racetracks and a premier Southern California
destination, as well as a national leader in racetrack safety. Visit DMTC.com
for more information.
Media Contacts:
Claire
Crosby
Breeders' Cup
847-613-5715
LinkedIn
Jim
Gluckson
Breeders' Cup
646-335-6835
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