Breeders’ Cup 2025 Second Day Action from Del Mar
Greetings from Del Mar near San Diego, California, as day two of the Breeders’ Cup 2025 has commenced. This marks the final day of elite competition for the iconic rider Frankie Dettori, who is set to retire after an illustrious four-decade career.
Today’s Race Schedule
Here is the full schedule of events scheduled today at Del Mar, with times listed in GMT:
- 7:00 PM: Filly and Mare Sprint
- 19.41: Turf Sprint
- 8:21 PM: Sprint
- 9:01 PM: Distaff
- 21.41: Turf
- 10:25 PM: 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 among the more competitive editions of this distinctive 7-furlong competition for female horses. However, vet checks resulted in multiple withdrawals this morning, such as top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
As a result, the lineup looks much smaller, but conditioner Bob Baffert has a major opportunity to claim his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His entrants include Richi and Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is considered the main challenger.
Important Recent Form
- G1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road)
- G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)
Top Pick: HOPE ROAD
Turf Sprint Preview
A key European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn on Saturday, but attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, who aim to build on a recent Grade One win from the Woodford Stakes.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 present serious challenges, with Ag Bullet showing elite-level ability in the Jaipur Stakes.
Key Form Lines
- G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, October 4, 2025 (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)
- Grade 1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, October 5, 2025 (She’s Quality)
- G1 Flying Five, the Curragh, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)
Top Pick: AG BULLET
Latest Market Prices
With just over 15 minutes until post time for the Filly & Mare Sprint, the latest odds in the US pools 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
Additional Highlights
Aside from Dettori’s rides, other stars in the entries feature Rebel’s Romance, aiming to become one of few to win three Breeders’ Cup races. His rivals include Minnie Hauk and Goliath in an outstanding renewal of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard also has several entrants, such as Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, as he seeks to break a lengthy drought for French-trained horses at the Breeders’ Cup.
The Classic race offers a thrilling matchup between the top three from last year’s running against two the top three from the Kentucky Derby.
Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and outcomes from the second day of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.
