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.  
 
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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. 
   
Prizes*:
$250,000 in total prizes. 100% of the prize pool is returned in cash and prizes. Expected prizes include cash and entries to the 2026 Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge, 2026 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge and 2027 NHC seats.
 
 
 
First: $85,000, $10,000 entry to BCBC, choice of NHC & Travel Stipend or $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge & $1,500 cash*
Second: $35,000, $10,000 entry to BCBC, choice of NHC & Travel Stipend or $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge & $1,500 cash*
Third: $10,000, $10,000 entry to BCBC, choice of NHC & Travel Stipend or $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge & $1,500 cash*
Fourth: $10,000 entry to BCBC, choice of NHC & Travel Stipend or $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge & $1,500 cash*
Fifth: $2,000, $10,000 entry to BCBC
Sixth:  $10,000 entry to BCBC
Seventh: NHC & Travel Stipend or $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge & $1,500 cash*
Eighth:  NHC & Travel Stipend or $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge & $1,500 cash*
Ninth:  NHC & Travel Stipend*
Tenth: NHC & Travel Stipend*
Eleventh: $3,500
Twelfth: $2,500
Day 1 First & Second Place: $4,000 Pacific Classic Betting Challenge

  

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 chris@dmtc.com for contest questions.

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