2011 Breeders' Cup: Why This Event Is Must-See TV

The 2011 Breeders' Cup is set up to be an absolute classic. The field is deep and talented and this Breeders Cup will be at the legendary Churchill Downs for just the eighth time.

The Venue

Churchill Downs adds drama and intrigue to any horse race, and when the stakes are as high as they are for the Breeders' Cup, that drama goes off the charts.  

The race was at Churchill in 1988, 1991, 1994, 1998, 2000 and in 2006. The 1998 event set a Breeders' Cup record attendance of 80,452.

The Gambling

Horse racing is perfect for gambling, and the Breeders' Cup is one of the most heavily bet races of the year.

According to Breederscup.com the 2009 Breeders' Cup delivered nearly $125 million in winning wagers. 

This is an exciting race to bet on, and the added drama of a wager can turn the race into one minute of pure exhilaration.

The Favorites

Uncle Mo is the early favorite at 5/2. He is closely followed by Havre de Grace at 3/1.

The 5/2 odds on Mo may make that bet less than desirable.

The Intrigue

Uncle Mo may be the favorite, but that doesn't mean he isn't surrounded by question marks.

This kind of intrigue and speculation has only raised interest in this year's race. Combine that with the venue and the deep field and you have all the ingredients for a Breeders' Cup that will be even more exciting than last year's.