🔗 Share this article Breeders’ Cup 2025 Day Two Action from Del Mar Welcome from Del Mar near San Diego, as day two of the 2025 Breeders’ Cup is underway. It also represents the concluding day of elite competition for the iconic rider Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement after an illustrious 40-year career. Full Running Order Here is the complete lineup of races for today at Del Mar racetrack, displaying start times in Greenwich Mean Time: 19.00: Filly and Mare Sprint 7:41 PM: Turf Sprint 20.21: Sprint 21.01: Distaff 9:41 PM: Turf 22.25: Classic 11:05 PM: Mile 11:45 PM: Dirt Mile 12:25 AM: Filly & Mare Turf Preview: Filly and Mare Sprint This race had been anticipated to be among the more competitive runnings of this unique 7-furlong contest for female horses. However, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals this morning, including top contenders Sweet Azteca as well as Tamara. Consequently, the lineup now appears much smaller, though conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure his 20th Breeders’ Cup win. His entrants include Richi and Splendora, whereas Hope Road, victor in the G1 Ballerina Stakes, is considered the primary threat. Key Form Lines G1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7f, 23 Aug 25 (Hope Road) Grade 2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, April 19, 2025 (Richi, Splendora) Top Pick: HOPE ROAD Preview: Turf Sprint A key European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was withdrawn on Saturday, however attention remains on Khaadem with rider Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent top-level victory from the Woodford Stakes. Other notable runners are Bucanero Fuerte and She’s Quality, both holding solid form. American-trained rivals like Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner also pose serious challenges, with Ag Bullet showing Grade One-winning form in the Jaipur Stakes. Notable Recent Races Grade 2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5f, 4 Oct 25 (Khaadem) G1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, June 8, 2025 (Ag Bullet) G3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5f, August 31, 2025 (Motorious, Reef Runner) G1 Prix de l’Abbaye, Longchamp, 5f, 5 Oct 25 (She’s Quality) G1 Flying Five, the Curragh, 5 furlongs, 14 Sep 25 (She’s Quality, Bucanero Fuerte) Top Pick: AG BULLET Latest Market Prices Approximately 15 minutes until post time for the Filly and Mare Sprint, the current prices on the US tote 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 Dettori’s rides, additional standouts in the entries feature Rebel’s Romance, aiming to join an elite group to win three Breeders’ Cup races. He faces Minnie Hauk as well as Goliath in an outstanding renewal of the Turf. French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard is represented by multiple runners, such as Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly and Mare Turf, as he seeks to break a lengthy drought for French runners at the Breeders’ Cup. The Classic race promises a thrilling matchup featuring the top three from last year’s event against two the first three from the Derby. Stay tuned for all the latest updates and outcomes throughout the second day of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.