2025 Breeders’ Cup Second Day Action from Del Mar
Welcome from the Del Mar track near San Diego, California, as the second day for this Breeders’ Cup 2025 is underway. It also represents the concluding day of top-level racing for the iconic rider 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 racetrack, with times listed in GMT:
- 7:00 PM: Filly & Mare Sprint
- 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
- 20.21: Sprint
- 9:01 PM: Distaff
- 21.41: Turf
- 10:25 PM: Classic
- 23.05: Mile
- 23.45: Dirt Mile
- 00.25: Filly & Mare Turf
Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint
This event had been anticipated to be among the more competitive editions of this unique seven-furlong competition for female horses. However, veterinary inspections resulted in multiple withdrawals this morning, such as top contenders Sweet Azteca as well as Tamara.
As a result, the lineup now appears much smaller, but trainer Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His entrants feature Richi along with Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the primary threat.
Key Form Lines
- Grade 1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7f, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road)
- G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)
Top Pick: HOPE ROAD
Preview: Turf Sprint
A key European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was scratched on Saturday, however attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent top-level victory in the Woodford Stakes.
Other notable runners are Bucanero Fuerte as well as She’s Quality, each holding solid form. American-trained rivals like Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner also pose significant threats, with Ag Bullet showing elite-level ability at Saratoga.
Key Form Lines
- Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem)
- Grade 1 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)
- G1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, 5 Oct 25 (She’s Quality)
- G1 Flying Five, the Curragh, 5f, September 14, 2025 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Top Pick: AG BULLET
Current Betting Odds
Approximately a quarter-hour until post time in the Filly & Mare Sprint, the latest odds 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
Beyond Frankie Dettori’s mounts, additional standouts on the card include Rebel’s Romance, aiming to join an elite group as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. He faces Minnie Hauk and Goliath in a stellar renewal of the Turf.
Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by 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 runners at the Breeders’ Cup.
The Classic offers a thrilling matchup between the leading trio from last year’s event against two the top three from the Kentucky Derby.
Keep watching for all the latest coverage and results throughout the second day of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.
