Track News and Overview
Today marks another action-packed day at Del Mar Racetrack as the summer season continues in full swing. With live racing scheduled for a 7:00 PM post time, anticipation is high for an afternoon filled with competitive fields and classic SoCal seaside excitement. Gates will open 90 minutes before post time, granting fans plenty of time to survey the picturesque grounds and catch trackside morning buzz before the racing action begins.
Expected Weather Conditions
Weather conditions are expected to be ideal for racing, with typically pleasant coastal temperatures and minimal chance of rain. The forecast calls for partly sunny skies, light sea breezes, and afternoon highs in the mid-70s Fahrenheit. Such conditions are likely to yield a fast main track and firm turf, allowing for fair competition and optimal performances for both dirt and grass specialists.
Trainer and Jockey Notes
The Del Mar meet reliably draws elite jockeys and trainers from across California and beyond. Expect to see leading riders including Juan Hernandez, Umberto Rispoli, and Antonio Fresu competing today, as all three have already shown strong early form this meet. Trainers like Phil D’Amato, Bob Baffert, and Peter Miller are prominent on the entries, sending out numerous contenders across the card and consistently finding the winner’s circle. Watch for D’Amato on turf, Miller with his sprinters, and Baffert for up-and-coming two-year-olds and stakes-level runners.
Today’s card
Today, Friday, August 1, 2025, Del Mar has an 8-race card with the first post time at 7:00 PM ET. The races include:
- Race 1: Starter Allowance, 1 mile on turf for fillies and mares 3 years old and up.
- Race 2: Maiden Claiming, 5 furlongs on dirt for 2-year-olds.
- Race 3: Maiden Special Weight, 5 furlongs on turf for 2-year-olds.
- Race 4: Allowance Optional Claiming, 1 mile on dirt for fillies and mares 3 years old and up.
- Race 5: Claiming, 1 1/16 miles on turf for fillies and mares 3 years old and up.
- Race 6: The Real Good Deal Stakes, 7 furlongs on dirt for 3-year-olds.
- Race 7: Maiden Special Weight, 1 mile on turf for 3-year-olds and up.
- Race 8: Claiming, 6 1/2 furlongs on dirt for fillies and mares 3 years old and up.
Morning line favorites
Race 1: Upcharge (5/2)
Race 2: One Step Beyond (5/2)
Race 3: Sendit Mo (5/2)
Race 4: Howin (5/2)
Race 5: Empress Ellie (7/2)
Race 6: Speedy Wilson (5/2)
Race 7: Big Bill (7/2)
Race 8: Stellar Cap (4/1)
