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The events have been televised since their inception in 1984. NBC was the first to televise the races and has continued to play a crucial role in televising the event over the years. From 1984-2005 NBC televised the events. Following this in 2006 the Breeder's Cup entered into a new contract with ESPN in televising races until 2013. As of 2012 the Breeder's Cup decided to terminate the contract with ESPN, and again allow NBC to televise the races in their entirety. The Breeders Cup is now televised on NBC Sports Network, and the classic is televised on NBC Prime Time... The event began in 1982 as a North American end to the season thoroughbred racing event. Since that time it has emerged as a number one race in thoroughbred racing, drawing the best horses and jockeys from all over the world, and is particularly popular with horse owners and jockeys in Europe. The event has had a total of 262 races since 1982 and today has changed the face and competition of thoroughbred horse racing...

Also known as: Breeders Cup