Pacific Classic Win By Knightsbridge Adds Intrigue To Breeders’ Cup

BusinessSportsMoneyPacific Classic Win By Knightsbridge Adds Intrigue To Breeders’ CupByDanny Brewer,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Danny Brewer has been covering Thoroughbred/horse racing since 2006.Follow AuthorAug 23, 2026, 08:16pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.SummaryKnightsbridge delivered a powerful performance, winning the Pacific Classic at Del Mar by 6 ¼ lengths, making the upcoming Breeders' Cup Classic even more exciting. The Bill Mott-trained horse, a son of Nyquist, decisively answered questions about his stamina at the mile and a quarter distance. Breaking alertly, Knightsbridge stalked the leader Full Serrano before pulling away in the stretch with jockey Junior Alvarado. This victory adds Knightsbridge to a formidable list of Breeders’ Cup Classic contenders, including Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo, defending champion Forever Young, Dubai World Cup winner Magnitude, and Whitney victor Sovereignty, all vying for a $7 million purse. His record now stands at eight wins from twelve starts, with over $1.5 million in earnings.Show More Godolphin LLC's Knightsbridge and jockey Junior Alvarado win the Grade I $1,000,000 Pacific Classic Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, Del Mar, CA. The Kentucky-bred son of Nyquist is trained by William I. Mott. Benoit PhotoBENOIT PHOTO A powerful score by Knightsbridge in the Pacific Classic at Del Mar makes the upcoming Breeders’ Cup Classic even more intriguing. What promises to be one of the most competitive events in years got a little richer as this Bill Mott trained son of Nyquist joins Kentucky Derby and Belmont champion Golden Tempo, defending Breeders’ Cup Classic champ Forever Young, Dubai World Cup winner Magnitude, and Whitney victor Sovereignty as top flight contenders for their share of a $7 million purse.Knightsbridge Enjoys A Classi...