No spectators to be allowed at Breeders Cup at Keeneland

The Breeders’ Cup in November will be held without spectators, joining the Triple Crown races in having only essential personnel and participants on hand because of the coronavirus pandemic. The world championships are set for November 6-7 at Keeneland in Lexington.

The decision announced Saturday was made after consultation with Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, Keeneland, local and state government and public health officials as well as independent medical experts. Before the pandemic, attendance had been capped at 45,000.