Breeders’ Cup 2025 Day Two Events at Del Mar

Welcome from Del Mar near San Diego, where day two of the Breeders’ Cup 2025 has commenced. This marks the final day of elite competition for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement after an illustrious four-decade career.

Full Running Order

Below is the full schedule of races scheduled today at Del Mar, displaying start times in GMT:

  • 7:00 PM: Filly and 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 and Mare Turf

Filly & Mare Sprint Preview

This race was expected as among the more competitive editions of this distinctive 7-furlong contest for female horses. Yet, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals earlier today, including top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara.

Consequently, the lineup looks much smaller, though trainer Bob Baffert has a major opportunity to claim a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His runners feature Richi and Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is considered the primary threat.

Key Form Lines

  • G1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, 23 Aug 25 (Hope Road)
  • Grade 2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5f, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)

Top Pick: HOPE ROAD

Turf Sprint Preview

One of the leading European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn yesterday, however attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to follow up a recent Grade One win from the Woodford Stakes.

Additional contenders include Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, both holding solid form. The US-trained rivals like Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner also pose significant threats, with Ag Bullet showing elite-level ability in the Jaipur Stakes.

Notable Recent Races

  • Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
  • G1 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)
  • G1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5 furlongs, 5 Oct 25 (She’s Quality)
  • Grade 1 Flying Five, Curragh, 5f, 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 and Mare Sprint, the latest odds on the US tote 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

Other Key Contenders

Aside from Dettori’s rides, additional standouts on the card include Rebel’s Romance, aiming to become one of few as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. His rivals include Minnie Hauk and Goliath in a stellar renewal of the Turf.

Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by several entrants, such as Sahlan in the Mile plus Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, hoping to end a lengthy drought for French runners at this meeting.

The Classic promises a thrilling matchup featuring the top three from last year’s running and two of the first three from the Derby.

Keep watching for ongoing coverage and outcomes throughout the second day of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.
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