2025 Breeders’ Cup Second Day Action from Del Mar Racetrack
Welcome from the Del Mar track near San Diego, as day two of the 2025 Breeders’ Cup has commenced. It also represents the concluding day of elite competition for the iconic rider Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement after an illustrious 40-year career.
Today’s Race Schedule
Below is the full schedule of events for today at Del Mar racetrack, with times listed in GMT:
- 7:00 PM: Filly and Mare Sprint
- 19.41: Turf Sprint
- 20.21: Sprint
- 9:01 PM: Distaff
- 9:41 PM: Turf
- 10:25 PM: Classic
- 11:05 PM: Mile
- 11:45 PM: Dirt Mile
- 12:25 AM: Filly & Mare Turf
Filly & Mare Sprint Preview
This race was expected as among the more competitive editions of this unique 7-furlong contest for female horses. Yet, vet checks resulted in multiple withdrawals this morning, including top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
Consequently, the field now appears significantly reduced, though trainer Bob Baffert has a major opportunity to secure his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His runners feature Richi along with Splendora, while Hope Road, winner of the Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the primary threat.
Key Form Lines
- G1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road)
- G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5f, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)
Top Pick: HOPE ROAD
Preview: Turf Sprint
One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was scratched yesterday, but attention remains on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes.
Additional contenders are Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, each holding solid form. American-trained competitors such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner present significant threats, especially Ag Bullet having demonstrated elite-level ability at Saratoga.
Notable Recent Races
- G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
- Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, 8 Jun 25 (Ag Bullet)
- Grade 3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5f, August 31, 2025 (Motorious, Reef Runner)
- Grade 1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, October 5, 2025 (She’s Quality)
- G1 Flying Five, the Curragh, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Top Pick: AG BULLET
Latest Market Prices
With just over 15 minutes before the start in the Filly & Mare Sprint, the current prices in the US pools include:
- 4-5 Hope Road
- 3-1 Splendora
- 5-1 Richi
- 9/1 Vahva
- 11-1 Praying
- 14-1 Haulin Ice
- 16/1 Zeitlos
Other Key Contenders
Aside from Dettori’s rides, additional standouts on the card feature Rebel’s Romance, aiming to join an elite group to win three Breeders’ Cup races. His rivals include Minnie Hauk as well as Goliath in a stellar edition of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by several entrants, including Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, as he seeks to break a lengthy drought for French-trained horses at the Breeders’ Cup.
The Classic race offers an exciting contest featuring the top three from last year’s event against two the top three from the Derby.
Keep watching for all the latest updates and results from Day Two of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.
