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Breeders Cup Dirt Mile 2026 Betting Odds

Saturday 31 October 2026 · Keeneland · By Matthew Glazier

There are thirteen runners set to go to post when it comes to the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile, with this being a Grade One encounter that is always a popular wagering contest. Nysos has been installed as the market leader, with the four-year-old having the ability to claim the spoils and there’s a substantial amount of prize money on the table.

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Full Serrano hasn’t been out of the first two in the past few races, with John W Sadler saddling a six-year-old who has solid credentials. A younger adversary worth checking out is Mystik Dan who has claimed a couple of solid wins this term, while Citizen Bull was also in the winners’ enclosure last time out.

Breeders Cup Dirt Mile Runners & Odds

11 runners

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2025 Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile Betting Tips

Nysos has been a stellar performer this term, with Bob Baffert no stranger to success in the Breeders’ Cup. The four-year-old kicked off the campaign by finishing second at Churchill Downs in the Churchill Downs Stakes, with this coming before a straightforward win in the Triple Bend Stakes. The best performance of all came in the San Diego Handicap.

That effort was in a Grade Two outing and there’s been plenty of bets for the horse to now deliver the goods on Saturday. However, it’s far from a one-horse encounter, with Full Serrano also an impressive performer. The John W Sadler-trained charge has bags of experience, with the six-year-old having finished second at Santa Anita.

That effort came in the Grade One Goodwood Stakes, with the horse having plenty of experience when it comes to running at Del Mar. Mystik Dan is another interesting contender who has claimed two victories in the past four outings. The four-year-old was able to oblige at Churchill Downs last time out.

Citizen Bull runs for Bob Baffert and the three-year-old has to be respected after landing the spoils at Del Mar at the end of August. Previously to this, there was a June effort at Saratoga when finishing fourth out of ten runners. However, the horse finished well down the order in the Kentucky Derby and needs to find more improvement to be successful here.

Past Winners

2025 — Breeders Cup Dirt Mile
  1. 1 Gstaad SP
  2. 2 Stark Contrast SP
  3. 3 North Coast SP
  4. 4 Street Beast SP
  5. 5 Heeere's Johnny SP
2024 — Breeders Cup Dirt Mile
  1. 1 Henri Matisse SP
  2. 2 Iron Man Cal SP
  3. 3 Aomori City SP

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Breeders Cup Dirt Mile FAQ

When does the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile take place?
The 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile is scheduled to start at 12.25am on Saturday 31 October 2026. It takes place on day 2 of the 2-day Breeders' Cup festival.
Where does the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile take place?
The Breeders Cup Dirt Mile is run at Keeneland Racecourse in USA. It is one of the feature races of the Breeders' Cup festival.
Who is the favourite for the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile?
Crude Velocity is the current favourite for the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile at 4/1 with Unibet, from 11 entries in the ante-post market. Prices move daily, so compare the latest odds in the table above.
What are the latest odds for the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile?
The current 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile market is led by Crude Velocity at 4/1, Knightsbridge at 6/1 and Bishops Bay at 7/1. Compare every bookmaker's price in the table above.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for the Breeders Cup Dirt Mile?
In the current market, Unibet offers the biggest price about Crude Velocity at 4/1. We compare every bookmaker's Breeders Cup Dirt Mile odds in the table above so you can always take the top price.
Who won the 2025 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile?
Gstaad won the 2025 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile at SP.
Can I bet each-way on the Breeders Cup Dirt Mile?
Yes. An each-way bet on the Breeders Cup Dirt Mile is two bets in one, a win and a place. The number of places paid and the place fraction are set by each bookmaker and confirmed when the final field is declared, so check the each-way terms before betting.
Are there free bets or offers for the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile?
Yes. Sign up with the bookmakers listed at Racing-Odds.com, place a qualifying bet on the Breeders Cup Dirt Mile and claim Breeders' Cup free bets and offers once it settles.
Can I watch the 2026 Breeders Cup Dirt Mile live?
Several bookmakers stream the Breeders Cup Dirt Mile live from Keeneland. Fund your account or place a qualifying bet, then watch the Breeders Cup Dirt Mile in-play from start to finish.