With Approval returned to Belmont Park for the Turf Classic Handicap on October 7, finishing third in another close finish to Caoethes. He made his last start in the Breeders' Cup Turf on October 27, facing a top quality field of horses from around the world that included Saumarez, winner of the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, Golden Pheasant, Caoethes, Belmez, Alwuhush and El Senor. Before the race, Attfield was more concerned about the weather. "The rain will really bother this horse," he said. "He likes a rock-hard turf course. Before, we have pulled him out when the course has come up too soft, but you can't do that in this case. I know the course will be soft; I just hope it won't be too soft." After trailing early, With Approval took the lead coming down the stretch but was then caught by French-based In the Wings in the final strides. "He ran a strong, powerful race," said Perret. "He ran really tough down the lane. He just got beat in the last 70 yards."