Breeders’ Cup 2025 Day Two Events from Del Mar
Greetings to the Del Mar track close to San Diego, California, as day two for this 2025 Breeders’ Cup 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.
Full Running Order
Below is the complete lineup of races scheduled today at Del Mar racetrack, with times listed in GMT:
- 19.00: 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
- 11:45 PM: Dirt Mile
- 00.25: Filly and Mare Turf
Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint
This event was expected to be one of the stronger editions of this distinctive seven-furlong competition for female horses. However, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals earlier today, such as top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
As a result, the field looks much smaller, but conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to claim his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His entrants feature Richi along with 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, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road)
- G2 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One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn yesterday, but attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent Grade One win from the Woodford Stakes.
Other notable runners are Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, each with strong credentials. The US-trained competitors like Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner also pose significant threats, with Ag Bullet having demonstrated Grade One-winning form at Saratoga.
Notable Recent Races
- Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
- Grade 1 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, 5 furlongs, 5 Oct 25 (She’s Quality)
- Grade 1 Flying Five, the Curragh, 5f, September 14, 2025 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Selection: AG BULLET
Current Betting Odds
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
Additional Highlights
Aside from Dettori’s rides, additional standouts in the entries feature Rebel’s Romance, aiming to join an elite group as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. He faces Minnie Hauk and Goliath in an outstanding renewal of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by several entrants, such as Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, hoping to break a lengthy drought for French-trained horses at this meeting.
The Classic offers an exciting contest featuring the leading trio from last year’s event and two of the first three from the Derby.
Keep watching for ongoing updates and outcomes from Day Two of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.