Breeders’ Cup believes it is well-prepared in the areas of safety and security for its Nov. 1-2 World Championships at Santa Anita Park in Arcadia, Calif.

The organization, for the first time, held a morning media briefing on its integrity efforts Oct. 31. The discussion included equine drug-testing procedures and racing surfaces.

"Safety and integrity are the most important parts of the Breeders’ Cup mission," Breeders’ Cup president and chief executive officer Craig Fravel said. "We literally spare no expense having the best veterinarians and track experts on site to make sure the races go off without a hitch."

As for the overall cost, Fravel said: "It’s a big number. If we identify a need, we write a check

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