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Greetings from Del Mar close to San Diego, as day two for this Breeders’ Cup 2025 has commenced. This marks the concluding day of elite competition for the iconic rider Frankie Dettori, who is set to retire following a remarkable four-decade career.

Today’s Race Schedule

Below is the complete lineup of events for today at Del Mar racetrack, with times listed in GMT:

• 19.00: Filly & Mare Sprint
• 19.41: Turf Sprint
• 20.21: Sprint
• 9:01 PM: Distaff
• 9:41 PM: Turf
• 22.25: Classic
• 23.05: Mile
• 23.45: Dirt Mile
• 12:25 AM: Filly & Mare Turf

Filly & Mare Sprint Preview

This race had been anticipated to be one of the stronger editions of this unique seven-furlong competition for female horses. However, vet checks resulted in multiple withdrawals this morning, such as leading runners Sweet Azteca and Tamara.

Consequently, the lineup now appears much smaller, though conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His entrants feature Richi along with Splendora, whereas 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)
• Grade 2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5f, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora)

Selection: HOPE ROAD

Preview: Turf Sprint

One of the leading European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn yesterday, however focus stays on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes.

Other notable runners are Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, both with strong credentials. American-trained competitors like Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner present significant threats, especially Ag Bullet having demonstrated elite-level ability at Saratoga.

Notable Recent Races

• Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem)
• Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet)
• G3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5 furlongs, August 31, 2025 (Motorious, Reef Runner)
• G1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, 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

Approximately a quarter-hour until post time for 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

Other Key Contenders

Aside from Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars on the card include Rebel’s Romance, who could become one of few to win three Breeders’ Cup races. He faces Minnie Hauk as well as Goliath in an outstanding edition of the Turf.

Conditioner from France Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by multiple runners, including Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, hoping to break a lengthy drought for French runners at this meeting.

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

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