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Welcome to the Del Mar track close to San Diego, California, where the second day for this Breeders’ Cup 2025 has commenced. It also represents the concluding day of top-level racing for the iconic rider Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement following a remarkable four-decade career.

Today’s Race Schedule

Here is the complete lineup of races scheduled today at Del Mar, with times listed in Greenwich Mean Time:

• 19.00: Filly and Mare Sprint
• 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
• 8:21 PM: Sprint
• 21.01: Distaff
• 21.41: Turf
• 22.25: Classic
• 11:05 PM: Mile
• 11:45 PM: Dirt Mile
• 00.25: Filly & Mare Turf

Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint

This event was expected as among the more competitive editions of this distinctive seven-furlong competition for fillies and mares. However, veterinary inspections resulted in multiple withdrawals this morning, such as leading runners Sweet Azteca and Tamara.

As a result, the field now appears much smaller, but trainer Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to claim his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His entrants include Richi along with Splendora, while Hope Road, victor in the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the primary threat.

Important Recent Form

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

Selection: HOPE ROAD

Preview: Turf Sprint

One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn on Saturday, however focus stays on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, who aim to follow up a recent Grade One win from the Woodford Stakes.

Other notable runners include Bucanero Fuerte as well as She’s Quality, each holding solid form. American-trained rivals such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner present serious challenges, with Ag Bullet having demonstrated elite-level ability in the Jaipur Stakes.

Notable Recent Races

• G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
• Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5f, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet)
• Grade 3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5f, 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, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)

Top Pick: AG BULLET

Current Betting Odds

With just over a quarter-hour before the start for the Filly and Mare Sprint, the current prices 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 Frankie Dettori’s mounts, additional standouts in the entries feature Rebel’s Romance, who could become one of few 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 multiple runners, such as Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, as he seeks to break a lengthy drought for French runners at the Breeders’ Cup.

The Classic race promises an exciting contest between the leading trio from last year’s running against two the top three from the Kentucky Derby.

Keep watching for ongoing updates and results throughout the second day of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.