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CLAIMING CROWN XXVII NOVEMBER 15 2025 AT CHURCHILL DOWNS ABOUT THE CLAIMING CROWN ABOUT THE CLAIMING CROWN A partnership between the National Horsemens Benevolent and Protective Association and the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association the Claiming Crown was envisioned to be the claiming horse owners Breeders Cup a special racing event created for the sometimesforgotten average owner and featuring some of the most competitive horses in the country. Every horse owner regardless of the level at which their stable competes has an equal chance to participate as the Claiming Crown is open to all claiming horses irrespective of where they were foaled or race. Claiming horses are the hardknocking heroes of the turf having to prove themselves every day the American way through sweat muscle and heart. As the heart soul and brawn of American Thoroughbred racing they are extremely popular competitors.