Greetings from Del Mar near San Diego, where the second day for this Breeders’ Cup 2025 is underway. It also represents the concluding day of top-level racing for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement following a remarkable 40-year career.
Below is the full schedule of events scheduled today at Del Mar, displaying start times in GMT:
This event was expected as one of the stronger editions of this distinctive seven-furlong contest for female horses. Yet, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals this morning, including leading runners Sweet Azteca and Tamara.
As a result, the field looks much smaller, though conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His entrants include Richi along with Splendora, while Hope Road, winner of the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is considered the primary threat.
Top Pick: HOPE ROAD
A key European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was scratched yesterday, but attention remains on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, who aim to build on a recent Grade One win from the Woodford Stakes.
Additional contenders include Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, each holding solid form. American-trained rivals such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, and Reef Runner also pose serious challenges, with Ag Bullet showing Grade One-winning form at Saratoga.
Selection: AG BULLET
With just over 15 minutes until post time in the Filly and Mare Sprint, the latest odds on the US tote are as follows:
Beyond Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars on the card feature Rebel’s Romance, aiming to become one of few to win three Breeders’ Cup races. His rivals include Minnie Hauk as well as Goliath in an outstanding renewal of the Turf.
French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by several entrants, including Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, as he seeks to end a lengthy drought for French runners at the Breeders’ Cup.
The Classic race offers an exciting contest between the leading trio from last year’s event against two the first three from the Derby.
Stay tuned for ongoing coverage and outcomes throughout the second day of Breeders’ Cup action at Del Mar.
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