Breeders’ Cup 2025 Second Day Events from Del Mar
Greetings from Del Mar near San Diego, where day two of the Breeders’ Cup 2025 is underway. This marks the concluding day of top-level racing for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, who is set to retire after an illustrious 40-year career.
Full Running Order
Here is the full schedule of events for today at Del Mar, with times listed in Greenwich Mean Time:
- 7:00 PM: Filly & Mare Sprint
- 19.41: Turf Sprint
- 20.21: Sprint
- 21.01: Distaff
- 21.41: Turf
- 10:25 PM: Classic
- 11:05 PM: Mile
- 23.45: Dirt Mile
- 12:25 AM: Filly & Mare Turf
Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint
This race had been anticipated as among the more competitive editions of this distinctive seven-furlong competition for female horses. However, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals this morning, including top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
As a result, the lineup looks much smaller, though 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 Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the main challenger.
Key Form Lines
- G1 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
One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was scratched yesterday, but attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to follow up a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes.
Additional contenders are Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, both holding solid form. The US-trained competitors like Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner also pose significant threats, with Ag Bullet showing Grade One-winning form at Saratoga.
Key Form Lines
- G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem)
- Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5f, 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, 5 furlongs, October 5, 2025 (She’s Quality)
- Grade 1 Flying Five, Curragh, 5f, September 14, 2025 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Selection: AG BULLET
Latest Market Prices
With just over a quarter-hour until post time 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
Other Key Contenders
Aside from Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars in the entries include Rebel’s Romance, aiming to join an elite group as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. His rivals include Minnie Hauk and Goliath in an outstanding renewal of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by several entrants, including Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, as he seeks to end a long winless streak for French-trained horses at this meeting.
The Classic race promises a thrilling matchup featuring the leading trio from last year’s event against two the first three from the Derby.
Keep watching for all the latest updates and outcomes from Day Two of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.
