Welcome from Del Mar close to San Diego, as the second day for this Breeders’ Cup 2025 is underway. This marks the concluding day of top-level racing for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement after an illustrious 40-year career.
Today’s Race Schedule
Below is the complete lineup of events scheduled today at Del Mar, displaying start times in GMT:
- 19.00: Filly and Mare Sprint
- 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
- 8:21 PM: Sprint
- 9:01 PM: Distaff
- 9:41 PM: Turf
- 22.25: Classic
- 23.05: Mile
- 11:45 PM: Dirt Mile
- 00.25: Filly & Mare Turf
Filly & Mare Sprint Preview
This event had been anticipated to be among the more competitive runnings of this distinctive seven-furlong contest for female horses. However, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals this morning, including leading runners Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
As a result, the field now appears significantly reduced, but conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His runners include Richi along with Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the main challenger.
Important Recent Form
- G1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road)
- Grade 2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)
Top Pick: HOPE ROAD
Turf Sprint Preview
A key European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was scratched on Saturday, however focus stays on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, who aim to build on a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes.
Other notable runners are Bucanero Fuerte as well as She’s Quality, both with strong credentials. The US-trained competitors like Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner also pose significant threats, with Ag Bullet having demonstrated elite-level ability at Saratoga.
Notable Recent Races
- G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
- G1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5f, 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, 5f, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Top Pick: AG BULLET
Current Betting Odds
Approximately a quarter-hour before the start in the Filly and Mare Sprint, the current prices in the US pools are as follows:
- 4/5 Hope Road
- 3-1 Splendora
- 5-1 Richi
- 9/1 Vahva
- 11-1 Praying
- 14/1 Haulin Ice
- 16/1 Zeitlos
Additional Highlights
Beyond Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars in the entries include Rebel’s Romance, who could join an elite group to win three Breeders’ Cup races. He faces Minnie Hauk and Goliath in an outstanding edition of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by multiple runners, including Sahlan in the Mile plus Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, as he seeks to break a long winless streak for French-trained horses at the Breeders’ Cup.
The Classic promises a thrilling matchup between the top three from last year’s running and two of the top three from the Kentucky Derby.
Keep watching for ongoing coverage and results throughout Day Two of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.
