Pegasus World Cup 2026

The 2026 $3,000,000 Pegasus World Cup Invitational (G1) has officially been added to the Breeders’ Cup “Win and You’re In” Challenge Series, solidifying its place among the world’s most prestigious races. Beginning in 2026, the winner of the Pegasus World Cup will earn an automatic berth into the $7 million Breeders’ Cup Classic, with all entry fees paid ($150,000) and travel benefits provided.

This new partnership between 1/ST and the Breeders’ Cup unites two powerhouse events on the global racing calendar - celebrating excellence, competition, and the connection between the sport’s most elite horses, horsemen and women, and fans.