🔗 Share this article 2025 Breeders’ Cup Second Day Action at Del Mar Racetrack Welcome from the Del Mar track close to San Diego, California, where the second day of the 2025 Breeders’ Cup is underway. This marks the concluding day of elite competition for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, who is set to retire after an illustrious four-decade career. Full Running Order Below is the complete lineup of events scheduled today at Del Mar racetrack, with times listed in Greenwich Mean Time: 19.00: Filly and Mare Sprint 19.41: Turf Sprint 20.21: Sprint 9:01 PM: Distaff 9:41 PM: Turf 22.25: Classic 11:05 PM: Mile 23.45: Dirt Mile 12:25 AM: Filly and Mare Turf Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint This race had been anticipated as among the more competitive runnings of this unique 7-furlong contest for female horses. Yet, vet checks resulted in several scratches earlier today, such as top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara. Consequently, the lineup now appears much smaller, but trainer Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His entrants feature Richi and Splendora, whereas Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is considered the main challenger. Important Recent Form G1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, 23 Aug 25 (Hope Road) G2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5f, 19 Apr 25 (Richi, Splendora) Top Pick: HOPE ROAD Preview: Turf Sprint One of the leading European hopes, Arizona Blaze, was scratched on Saturday, however attention remains on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, who aim to build on a recent top-level victory in the Woodford Stakes. Other notable runners include Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, both holding solid form. The US-trained rivals like Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner present serious challenges, especially Ag Bullet showing Grade One-winning form at Saratoga. Notable Recent Races G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem) Grade 1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5f, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet) Grade 3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5 furlongs, 31 Aug 25 (Motorious, Reef Runner) G1 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 Latest Market Prices Approximately a quarter-hour before the start for the Filly & 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 Beyond Dettori’s rides, additional standouts in the entries feature Rebel’s Romance, aiming to become one of few as a three-time Breeders’ Cup winner. He faces Minnie Hauk and Goliath in an outstanding edition 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 long winless streak for French runners at this meeting. The Classic race offers a thrilling matchup between the top three from last year’s event against two the top three from the Kentucky Derby. Keep watching for ongoing coverage and outcomes throughout the second day of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.