In a letter to fans and supporters Thursday, Breeders' Cup President & CEO Drew Fleming said the organization remains committed to running this year's World Championships on schedule Nov. 6-7 at Keeneland.
“The health and safety of the racing community, including its athletes, fans and workers, has always been Breeders' Cup's top priority. As we collectively navigate this uncharted and difficult time, I want to assure you that we are closely monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic and working with Keeneland, relevant government authorities and public health experts to assess its potential impact on the 2020 Breeders' Cup World Championships,” Fleming said. “Based on what we know today, and with the event just under seven months away, we remain fully committed to conducting the World Championships at Keeneland on Nov. 6-7.”
Fleming added that in the event that this year's Breeders' Cup is canceled or run without spectators, all ticket purchases will be refunded. Breeders' Cup has also made a $25,000 donation to the Race Track Chaplaincy of America to assist backstretch workers and has additionally donated 4,500 gloves, 2,000 hair covers, 1,200 Tyvek suits, 500 masks and 500 shoe covers to the State of Kentucky for medical professionals to treat COVID-19 patients.
“All of us must do our part to flatten the curve and support one another through this unprecedented time,” Fleming said. “We hope that you and your family are safe and healthy, and look optimistically to the fall when we can showcase the best of Thoroughbred racing over two amazing days at Keeneland.”
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