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Greetings to the Del Mar track near San Diego, California, as the second day of the Breeders’ Cup 2025 has commenced. It also represents the concluding day of top-level racing for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, who is set to retire following a remarkable four-decade career.

Full Running Order

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

• 7:00 PM: Filly and Mare Sprint
• 19.41: Turf Sprint
• 20.21: Sprint
• 9:01 PM: Distaff
• 9:41 PM: Turf
• 10:25 PM: Classic
• 11:05 PM: Mile
• 23.45: Dirt Mile
• 00.25: Filly and Mare Turf

Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint

This race had been anticipated as among the more competitive editions of this distinctive 7-furlong contest for fillies and mares. However, veterinary inspections resulted in several scratches earlier today, including leading runners Sweet Azteca and Tamara.

As a result, the field looks much smaller, though trainer Bob Baffert has a major opportunity to claim his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His runners include Richi along with Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the main challenger.

Important Recent Form

• Grade 1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, 23 Aug 25 (Hope Road)
• G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5f, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)

Top Pick: HOPE ROAD

Preview: Turf Sprint

One of the leading European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was scratched yesterday, however focus stays 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 as well as She’s Quality, both with strong credentials. The US-trained rivals like Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner also pose significant threats, especially Ag Bullet having demonstrated Grade One-winning form at Saratoga.

Notable Recent Races

• Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem)
• Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet)
• G3 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)
• G1 Flying Five, Curragh, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte)

Selection: AG BULLET

Current Betting Odds

Approximately a quarter-hour before the start in the Filly and 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 Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars on the card include Rebel’s Romance, who could join an elite group to win three Breeders’ Cup races. His rivals include Minnie Hauk as well as Goliath in a stellar edition of the Turf.

Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard also has several entrants, including Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, hoping to break a long winless streak for French-trained horses at this meeting.

The Classic promises a thrilling matchup featuring the top three from last year’s event against two the top three from the Derby.

Stay tuned for all the latest updates and outcomes from Day Two of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.