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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for August 8, 2025

Friday's program at Del Mar Racetrack spotlights competitive claiming and featured stakes races, with firm turf and favorable weather conditions setting the stage. Handicappers weigh in on race favorites and potential upsetters, while trainers and jockeys prepare their top prospects for a strong afternoon at one of California’s premier summer meets.
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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for August 7, 2025 [Handicapper level $$$]

Thursday's race day at Del Mar offers a full card of competitive events, highlighted by starter allowance and claiming contests for three-year-olds and upward. Trainers and jockeys will need to factor in prevailing weather and track conditions to optimize race strategies. Below are detailed previews of select races, including analysis, horse, trainer, and jockey notes based on official entries.
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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for August 3, 2025

Del Mar hosts a competitive Sunday card featuring dirt racing across multiple divisions, with trainers and jockeys aiming for crucial summer meet victories. Weather in Del Mar, California, is expected to be mild and clear, providing optimal conditions for racing. Track officials have reported the dirt surface as fast, promising fair play for all entrants. Below, find highlights, trainer and jockey insights, and noted handicapper predictions for key races, verified with the official entries.
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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for August 2, 2025 [Starter level $]

Racing returns to Del Mar Racetrack today with a high-quality card featuring the prestigious Grade 1 Clement L. Hirsch Stakes for older fillies and mares as the headline event. The weather is forecasted to be warm and dry, providing ideal fast-track conditions. Notable trainers and jockeys are represented throughout the card, while several contenders stand out for key stakes and allowance races.
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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for July 31, 2025

Live racing returns to Del Mar Racetrack today with an 8-race card commencing at 2:00 PM. The summer meet continues to draw strong fields and prominent connections in the Southern California circuit. Fans are expected in large numbers as the racing action moves into the second week of the meet.
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Del Mar Racetrack – news and races for July 27, 2025

Today at Del Mar Racetrack, live racing returns with an 11-race card featuring a variety of fascinating matchups, headlined by the prestigious Eddie Read Stakes (Gr. II) for turf specialists. Gates open at noon, with the first post scheduled for 2:00 PM. The summer meet is in full swing, and fans can expect a lively day with signature trackside events, including the “Savory Sundays” culinary series and wagering seminars. Top trainers and jockeys from California and beyond are on site to contest one of the West Coast’s marquee summer racing programs.