🔗 Share this article 2025 Breeders’ Cup Day Two Action from Del Mar Welcome from Del Mar near San Diego, California, as the second day of the Breeders’ Cup 2025 has commenced. It also represents the final day of elite competition for legendary jockey Frankie Dettori, as he prepares for retirement following a remarkable 40-year career. Full Running Order Here is the complete lineup of races scheduled today at Del Mar, displaying start times in Greenwich Mean Time: 19.00: Filly and Mare Sprint 7:41 PM: 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 Filly & Mare Sprint Preview This race was expected to be among the more competitive editions of this distinctive 7-furlong competition for female horses. Yet, vet checks led to multiple withdrawals this morning, such as top contenders Sweet Azteca and Tamara. Consequently, the field looks significantly reduced, but conditioner Bob Baffert stands a strong chance to secure a twentieth Breeders’ Cup victory. His runners include Richi and Splendora, whereas Hope Road, victor in the Grade One Ballerina Stakes, is viewed as the main challenger. Key Form Lines Grade 1 Ballerina Stakes, Saratoga, 7 furlongs, August 23, 2025 (Hope Road) Grade 2 Santa Maria Stakes, Santa Anita, 8.5 furlongs, 19 Apr 25 (Richi, Splendora) Selection: HOPE ROAD Turf Sprint Preview A key European contenders, Arizona Blaze, was scratched on Saturday, however focus stays on Khaadem and jockey Frankie Dettori, as they attempt to build on a recent Grade One win in the Woodford Stakes. Additional contenders include Bucanero Fuerte as well as She’s Quality, each holding solid form. The US-trained rivals such as Motorious, Ag Bullet, plus Reef Runner also pose significant threats, with Ag Bullet showing elite-level ability in the Jaipur Stakes. Notable Recent Races G2 Woodford Stakes, Keeneland, 5.5 furlongs, October 4, 2025 (Khaadem) G1 Jaipur Stakes, Saratoga, 5.5 furlongs, 8 Jun 25 (Ag Bullet) G3 Green Flash Handicap, Del Mar, 5 furlongs, August 31, 2025 (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 Latest Market Prices With just over a quarter-hour before the start in the Filly and Mare Sprint, the latest odds in the US pools include: 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 Frankie Dettori’s mounts, other stars in the entries feature Rebel’s Romance, who could become one of few to win three Breeders’ Cup races. He faces Minnie Hauk and Goliath in an outstanding edition of the Turf. French trainer Francis-Henri Graffard also has several entrants, including Sahlan in the Mile and Gezora in the Filly & Mare Turf, hoping to end a lengthy drought for French runners at this meeting. 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 all the latest updates and outcomes throughout Day Two of the Breeders’ Cup at Del Mar.