Betting Challenge
When: Saturday, July 25 & Sunday, July 26, 2026
Where: On-Track Only
Type: Diamond Club
To Enter:
$6,000 buy-in inclusive of $4,000 live bankroll and $2,000 towards the prize pool.
Up to two entries per person.

Format:
Live money contest on-track at Del Mar. Win, Place, Show, Exacta, Trifecta and Daily Double wagering on Del Mar live races.
Wager $400 or more on at least four Del Mar live races each day and at least $4,000 total minimum.
| 2026 Challenge Leaderboard | ||
|---|---|---|
| Place | Name | Final Bankroll |
| 1 | Dylan Donnelly | $54,448.00 |
| 2 | Dave Chenvert | $32,190.00 |
| 3 | Bob Little | $31,031.90 |
| 4 | Alan Hoffman | $19,065.00 |
| 5 | Wendy Long | $17,531.10 |
| 6 | Stephen Caso | $15,640.00 |
| 7 | Chris Podratz | $15,064.50 |
| 8 | Tony Dominguez | $11,107.00 |
| 9 | Steve Nemetz | $10,179.40 |
| 10 | Andy Asaro | $10,060.00 |
| 11 | Steve Lerma | $10,000.00 |
| 12 | Jerry Weseloh 2 | $9,564.00 |
Additional Details:
- Players keep all remaining funds in their live-money bankroll.
- Prizes based on expected 125 entries. Subject to change.
- Earn NHC Tour Points.
- 2026 Challenge Rules.
Contact Chris Bahr [email protected] for contest questions.