Breeders’ Cup 2025 Second Day Events from Del Mar
Welcome from Del Mar near San Diego, California, where the second day of the 2025 Breeders’ Cup has commenced. This marks 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 complete lineup of races scheduled today at Del Mar, with times listed in GMT:
- 19.00: Filly & Mare Sprint
- 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
- 20.21: Sprint
- 21.01: Distaff
- 21.41: Turf
- 22.25: Classic
- 11:05 PM: Mile
- 23.45: Dirt Mile
- 12:25 AM: Filly and Mare Turf
Filly & Mare Sprint Preview
This race had been anticipated as one of the stronger runnings of this unique 7-furlong contest for female horses. Yet, veterinary inspections led to multiple withdrawals earlier today, including leading runners Sweet Azteca as well as Tamara.
As a result, the lineup looks significantly reduced, but trainer Bob Baffert has a major opportunity to secure his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His entrants include Richi along with Splendora, while Hope Road, winner of the Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the primary threat.
Important Recent Form
- 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)
Selection: HOPE ROAD
Preview: Turf Sprint
One of the leading European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was scratched yesterday, however focus stays on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, who aim to build on a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes.
Other notable runners include Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, each with strong credentials. American-trained competitors such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner present significant threats, especially Ag Bullet showing Grade One-winning form at Saratoga.
Key Form Lines
- Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
- Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, 8 Jun 25 (Ag Bullet)
- Grade 3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5 furlongs, 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, 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 and 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, other stars in the entries include Rebel’s Romance, who could become one of few as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. His rivals include Minnie Hauk and Goliath in a stellar edition of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by several entrants, such as Sahlan in the Mile plus Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, as he seeks to end a long winless streak for French runners at this meeting.
The Classic promises an exciting contest between the leading trio from last year’s running against two the first three from the Kentucky Derby.
Keep watching for ongoing updates and outcomes from the second day of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.
