The winner of the Kentucky Derby wont be able to participate in the Belmont Stakes Race, since hes been victim of an accident during the second competition for the Triple Crown: the Preakness Stakes.
Breeders Cup World Championship
The total purses for the Breeders Cup World Championship have been raised to $20 million, $6 million more than last year. Seven of the eight Breeders Cup races have increased their purses.