Breeders Cup Classic 2015: Who Are the Contenders to American Pharoah

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There are a few 2015 Breeders Cup Classic 2015 contenders to American Pharoah, though he dodged a bullet this week with the top contender, Beholder, scratched due to a lung ailment.

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Tonalist 6-1 – This horse will thrive off the distance of Keeneland.  Tonalist, you might recall, upset California Chrome’s chances of taking the Triple Crown last year with a Belmont Stakes win. 

He has dominant speed. There are, however, concerns over how well Tonalist has shipped.

Honor Code  6-1 – This powerful closer favors the dirt of Keeneland.  Honor Code is the recent winner of the prestigious Whitney and previously won the Metropolitan Handicap. 

Keen Ice 12-1 – Another horse that can go the distance, Keen Ice but speed could be an issue here. 

Here are all your Breeders Cup Classic 2015 odds courtesy of BetOnline.

American Pharoah 6-5

Tonalist 6-1

Honor Code 6-1

Keen Ice 12-1

Frosted 15-1

Smooth Roller 15-1

GlenEagles 20-1

Effinex 30-1

Hard Aces 50-1

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