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Greetings to Del Mar close to San Diego, California, as the second day for this 2025 Breeders’ Cup has commenced. It also represents the concluding day of elite competition for the iconic rider Frankie Dettori, who is set to retire after an illustrious 40-year career.

Today’s Race Schedule

Here is the complete lineup of events scheduled today at Del Mar, with times listed in GMT:

• 7:00 PM: Filly & Mare Sprint
• 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint
• 20.21: Sprint
• 9:01 PM: Distaff
• 21.41: Turf
• 22.25: Classic
• 11:05 PM: Mile
• 11:45 PM: Dirt Mile
• 00.25: Filly and Mare Turf

Filly & Mare Sprint Preview

This race was expected as among the more competitive editions of this unique seven-furlong contest for female horses. However, veterinary inspections resulted in multiple withdrawals this morning, such as top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara.

Consequently, the lineup now appears significantly reduced, though conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His entrants include Richi and Splendora, while Hope Road, winner of the Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is considered the main challenger.

Important Recent Form

• Grade 1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7f, 23 Aug 25 (Hope Road)
• G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, 19 Apr 25 (Richi, Splendora)

Top Pick: HOPE ROAD

Turf Sprint Preview

A key European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn on Saturday, however focus stays on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes.

Additional contenders include Bucanero Fuerte as well as She’s Quality, each with strong credentials. American-trained rivals such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner present serious challenges, with Ag Bullet showing Grade One-winning form in the Jaipur Stakes.

Notable Recent Races

• Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem)
• Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet)
• Grade 3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5f, 31 Aug 25 (Motorious, Reef Runner)
• Grade 1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5 furlongs, 5 Oct 25 (She’s Quality)
• Grade 1 Flying Five, the Curragh, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)

Top Pick: AG BULLET

Current Betting Odds

With just over 15 minutes until post time 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

Additional Highlights

Aside from Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars 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 a stellar edition of the Turf.

Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by multiple runners, including Sahlan in the Mile plus Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, as he seeks to break a long winless streak for French runners at this meeting.

The Classic race promises an exciting contest featuring the top three from last year’s event against two the top three from the Kentucky Derby.

Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and outcomes throughout Day Two of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.