2025 Breeders’ Cup Day Two Events at Del Mar Racetrack

Greetings to Del Mar close to San Diego, California, as the second day of the 2025 Breeders’ Cup is underway. It also represents the concluding day of elite competition for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement after an illustrious four-decade career.

Today’s Race Schedule

Here is the full schedule of events scheduled today at Del Mar, with times listed in GMT:

  • 7:00 PM: Filly and Mare Sprint
  • 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
  • 8:21 PM: Sprint
  • 9:01 PM: Distaff
  • 21.41: Turf
  • 22.25: Classic
  • 23.05: Mile
  • 23.45: Dirt Mile
  • 12:25 AM: Filly & Mare Turf

Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint

This race had been anticipated to be among the more competitive runnings of this distinctive seven-furlong competition for female horses. However, veterinary inspections resulted in multiple withdrawals earlier today, including leading runners Sweet Azteca as well as Tamara.

As a result, the field now appears significantly reduced, though trainer Bob Baffert has a major opportunity to claim a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His runners include Richi and Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is considered the main challenger.

Key Form Lines

  • Grade 1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, 23 Aug 25 (Hope Road)
  • G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5f, 19 Apr 25 (Richi, Splendora)

Selection: HOPE ROAD

Preview: Turf Sprint

One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn on Saturday, however attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to follow up a recent Grade One win from the Woodford Stakes.

Other notable runners include Bucanero Fuerte as well as She’s Quality, both holding solid form. The US-trained rivals such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner also pose significant threats, especially Ag Bullet showing elite-level ability at Saratoga.

Notable Recent Races

  • G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
  • Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5f, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet)
  • G3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5f, 31 Aug 25 (Motorious, Reef Runner)
  • G1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, October 5, 2025 (She’s Quality)
  • G1 Flying Five, Curragh, 5 furlongs, September 14, 2025 (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 latest odds on the US tote 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

Beyond Frankie Dettori’s mounts, additional standouts in the entries include Rebel’s Romance, who could become one of few as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. He faces Minnie Hauk and Goliath in a stellar edition of the Turf.

Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard also has multiple runners, such as Sahlan in the Mile plus Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, as he seeks to end a lengthy drought for French-trained horses at the Breeders’ Cup.

The Classic promises a thrilling matchup between the top three from last year’s running against two the top three from the Derby.

Stay tuned for all the latest coverage and results from Day Two of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.
Margaret Houston
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