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The Breeders' Cup Distaff (G1) is a $2 million championship for elite fillies and mares aged three and older, contested over 1 1/8 miles on dirt during the Breeders' Cup World Championships. A showcase for outstanding female Thoroughbreds, the Distaff brings together leading three-year-old fillies, experienced older mares and international challengers in one of racing's most prestigious championship events. Its history includes Kentucky Oaks winners who progressed to Distaff glory and champions who later competed successfully against male horses. Explore the latest Breeders' Cup Distaff odds, entries, betting opportunities, race information and notable winners below.
| 2026 Breeders' Cup Distaff Race Information | |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 31, 2026 |
| Racetrack | Keeneland Race Course |
| Location | Lexington, Kentucky |
| Race Number | Race 10 |
| Post Time | 4:58 PM ET |
| Grade | Grade 1 |
| Purse | $2,000,000 |
| Distance | 1 1/8 miles (9 furlongs) |
| Surface | Dirt |
| Eligibility | Fillies and mares, three years old and older |
| Maximum Starters | 14 |
| Championship Day | Championships Saturday |
| Breeders' Cup Challenge | Championship destination for designated Win and You're In qualifying races |
| Dirt Dozen Bonus Series | Selected 2026 prep races offer entry-fee credits to eligible top-three finishers |
| Kentucky Oaks Connection | Historical championship connection with Kentucky Oaks winners; does not award Oaks qualifying points |
Follow the latest 2026 Breeders' Cup Distaff odds and entries in the table below. Compare available betting prices, graded-stakes form, recent results and each contender's ability to compete over 1 1/8 miles on dirt. Pay particular attention to developing three-year-old fillies challenging older mares, established Grade 1 performers and runners with previous experience at Keeneland. Review the official starting positions, jockey assignments and scratches when finalized. Morning-line odds provide an initial reference, while actual wagering prices may change before post time.
| PP | Horse | Fractional | American |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nitrogen | 4/1 | +400 |
| 2 | Sarawak Rim (ARG) | 12/1 | +1200 |
| 3 | Clicquot | 10/1 | +1000 |
| 4 | Scylla | 15/1 | +1500 |
| Scratched | SCR | SCR | |
| 6 | Alice Verite (JPN) | 20/1 | +2000 |
| 7 | Gin Gin | 12/1 | +1200 |
| 8 | Seismic Beauty | 9/5 | +180 |
| 9 | Majestic Oops | 30/1 | +3000 |
| 10 | Gun Song | 30/1 | +3000 |
| 11 | Dry Powder | 20/1 | +2000 |
| 12 | Dorth Vader | 5/1 | +500 |
| 13 | Regaled | 30/1 | +3000 |
Last Updated on 11/01/2025
The Distaff brings together the best of the female dirt divisions in a championship that demands tactical speed, stamina and the ability to sustain a strong finish. Three-year-old fillies can arrive after successful spring and summer campaigns, including the Kentucky Oaks, while older mares bring experience against accomplished Grade 1 competition. At 1 1/8 miles, the race can reward runners able to secure an efficient position through two turns without losing their finishing strength. That combination of different generations, running styles and established championship form creates an engaging handicapping challenge.
For bettors, the Distaff offers opportunities to compare races such as the Apple Blossom Handicap, Ogden Phipps Stakes, Personal Ensign Stakes and Beldame Stakes, along with other major female dirt events. Several of these races form part of the Breeders' Cup Win and You're In Challenge Series, while the separate Dirt Dozen program provides entry-fee incentives. The Distaff also offers championship betting sequences involving the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies and Breeders' Cup Classic. Evaluating pace, distance form, strength of opposition, post position and available odds can help identify betting value beyond a leading contender's reputation.
To bet on the Distaff, open Keeneland's Saturday race card in your online racebook and select Race 10. Choose a straight win, place or show wager, or build an exacta, trifecta or superfecta to combine multiple finishers. The Distaff is also part of the Saturday All-Dirt Pick 4 and other championship wagering sequences, including special doubles connecting major dirt championships. Review the final entries, scratches, pool minimums and current betting prices before submitting a ticket.
| 2026 Breeders' Cup Distaff Betting Options | |
|---|---|
| Win | Pick the Distaff winner. |
| Place | Back a filly or mare to finish first or second. |
| Show | Back a filly or mare to finish in the top three. |
| Exacta | Pick the first two finishers in correct order. |
| Trifecta | Pick the first three finishers in correct order. |
| Superfecta | Pick the first four finishers in correct order. |
| Super High 5 | Pick the first five finishers in exact order, subject to official pool availability. |
| All-Dirt Pick 4 | Pick the winners of Saturday Races 6, 8, 10 and 12, including the Distaff. |
| Special Daily Double | Combine the Friday Juvenile Fillies winner with the Saturday Distaff winner, or the Saturday Distaff winner with the Classic winner. |
| Pick 3 / Daily Double | Combine the winners of eligible consecutive races, subject to the official wagering menu. |
1 1/8-mile form: Prioritize fillies and mares that have demonstrated stamina and finishing ability over nine furlongs on dirt.
Three-year-olds vs. older mares: Compare improving younger runners with established older champions while accounting for the official weight conditions.
Early pace: Assess whether several front-runners could produce fast opening fractions or whether a lone speed horse may control the race.
Grade 1 competition: Review performances in the Apple Blossom, Ogden Phipps, Personal Ensign, Alabama and other major female dirt stakes.
Kentucky Oaks form: A successful Oaks campaign can provide valuable evidence of class and stamina, but current form against older horses remains essential.
Post position and trip: Evaluate starting position, running style and each contender's ability to secure an efficient trip around two turns.
Track condition: Consider previous performances on fast and wet dirt, particularly if rain affects the racing surface.
Challenge Series: Study the strength of competition in official Win and You're In races. Qualification does not guarantee superiority over other championship entrants.
Dirt Dozen form: The Beldame and Delaware Handicap provide a separate entry-fee incentive route rather than automatic championship berths.
Betting value: Compare available odds with distance suitability, recent fitness, pace projections and the strength of previous opposition.
| Race Time & TV Coverage | |
|---|---|
| Post Time | 4:58 PM ET |
| TV Network | NBC |
| Streaming | Peacock |
| Bet & Watch | BUSR (qualifying bet required) |
You can also stream the Breeders' Cup Distaff at BUSR after placing a qualifying bet. Check your account for streaming access and applicable conditions.
First contested in 1984, the Breeders' Cup Distaff has become one of the world's most prestigious championships for female Thoroughbreds. The race has a particularly strong relationship with the Kentucky Oaks, as accomplished three-year-old fillies can progress from the Oaks at Churchill Downs to the Breeders' Cup later in the same season. Notable Oaks winners who subsequently captured the Distaff include Ashado, Rachel's Valentina's dam Rachel Alexandra's contemporaries in the division, Malathaat and Thorpedo Anna. The Distaff also showcases older mares whose careers extend beyond a single championship season, creating opportunities for established champions to meet the next generation.
The race's celebrated winners include Personal Ensign, Azeri, Royal Delta, Beholder, Monomoy Girl and Zenyatta. Beholder won the Distaff twice, in 2013 and 2016, after previously capturing the Breeders' Cup Juvenile Fillies in 2012. Zenyatta took the Distaff in 2008 before defeating male rivals in the 2009 Breeders' Cup Classic, a rare achievement linking the two championship divisions. More recently, Kentucky Oaks winner Thorpedo Anna dominated the 2024 Distaff, while Scylla captured the 2025 edition. These champions demonstrate the Distaff's enduring importance in identifying exceptional female dirt runners across generations.
Explore the historical results in our Breeders' Cup Distaff Results & Past Winners guide.
The 2026 Breeders' Cup Distaff takes place on Saturday, October 31, at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Distaff is Race 10 on Saturday, October 31, with a scheduled post time of 4:58 PM ET.
The 2026 Distaff is held at Keeneland Race Course in Lexington, Kentucky.
The Distaff is contested over 1 1/8 miles, or nine furlongs, on dirt.
The 2026 Breeders' Cup Distaff has a $2 million purse.
The race is restricted to eligible fillies and mares aged three and older, with a maximum of 14 starters.
No. The Distaff does not award Kentucky Oaks qualifying points, but it has strong historical connections to Kentucky Oaks winners, including Malathaat and Thorpedo Anna.
Official Win and You're In qualifying races include the Apple Blossom Handicap, Ogden Phipps Stakes, Fleur de Lis Stakes, Clement L. Hirsch Stakes and Personal Ensign Stakes, among others. Eligible nominated winners qualify under the Breeders' Cup Challenge rules.
The 2026 Dirt Dozen Bonus Series awards entry-fee credits to eligible top-three finishers in designated races, including the Beldame and Delaware Handicap. These credits do not guarantee a starting position in the Distaff.
Yes. Malathaat won the 2021 Kentucky Oaks before capturing the 2022 Breeders' Cup Distaff, while Thorpedo Anna won both races in 2024.
Create and fund a BUSR account, open Keeneland's Saturday race card and select Race 10. Choose an available straight or exotic wager and submit it before post time.
The 2026 Breeders' Cup Distaff is scheduled for 4:58 PM ET on Saturday, October 31, on NBC and Peacock. BUSR streaming is available after a qualifying wager, subject to account conditions.
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