Welcome from Del Mar near San Diego, as the second day for this Breeders’ Cup 2025 is underway. It also represents the final day of top-level racing for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement after an illustrious 40-year career.
Full Running Order
Below is the full schedule of events scheduled today at Del Mar racetrack, displaying start times in Greenwich Mean Time:
- 7:00 PM: Filly and Mare Sprint
- 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
- 8:21 PM: Sprint
- 21.01: Distaff
- 9:41 PM: Turf
- 10:25 PM: Classic
- 23.05: Mile
- 23.45: Dirt Mile
- 00.25: Filly and Mare Turf
Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint
This race was expected to be one of the stronger editions of this distinctive seven-furlong contest for fillies and mares. However, veterinary inspections resulted in several scratches this morning, including leading runners Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
As a result, the field now appears significantly reduced, though trainer Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His runners feature Richi and Splendora, while Hope Road, victor in the Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the primary threat.
Key Form Lines
- Grade 1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road)
- Grade 2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, 19 Apr 25 (Richi, Splendora)
Top Pick: HOPE ROAD
Preview: Turf Sprint
One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn on Saturday, however focus stays on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent top-level victory in the Woodford Stakes.
Additional contenders include Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, both with strong credentials. The US-trained rivals such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner present significant threats, with Ag Bullet having demonstrated elite-level ability at Saratoga.
Key Form Lines
- G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem)
- G1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, 8 Jun 25 (Ag Bullet)
- G3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5 furlongs, 31 Aug 25 (Motorious, Reef Runner)
- Grade 1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, October 5, 2025 (She’s Quality)
- Grade 1 Flying Five, Curragh, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Selection: AG BULLET
Latest Market Prices
With just over 15 minutes until post time for the Filly and Mare Sprint, the latest odds on the US tote 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
Other Key Contenders
Aside from Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars on the card include Rebel’s Romance, aiming to join an elite group to win three Breeders’ Cup races. His rivals include Minnie Hauk and Goliath in a stellar renewal of the Turf.
Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard also has multiple runners, including Sahlan in the Mile plus Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, hoping to end a long winless streak for French-trained horses at this meeting.
The Classic promises a thrilling matchup featuring the top three from last year’s running and two of the top three from the Kentucky Derby.
Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and results from the second day of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.
