Del Mar News & Announcements

Robinson Wins More Than $100,000 in Prizes in the July 23 & 24 Del Mar Handicapping Challenge

Sunday, July 24th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Ed Robinson of Moody, AL took the lead in race 8 and held on to the win by the slimmest of margins in the 13th annual Del Mar Handicapping Challenge. Charles Davis from Seattle, WA,...

Baiungo Leads After Day One in the Del Mar Handicapping Challenge

Saturday, July 23rd, 2016 (2 years ago)

Matt Baiungo of Henderson, NV and Brian Chenvert of Rogers, MN, were the top two finishers on day one of the 13th annual Del Mar Handicapping Challenge. Baiungo finished the day with $16,373 and Chenvert...

California Chrome Outduels Dortmund in Memorable San Diego Handicap

Saturday, July 23rd, 2016 (2 years ago)

California Chrome © Zoe Metz for Del Mar Thoroughbred Club In a memorable renewal of the Grade II $200,000 San Diego Handicap, fan favorite California Chrome outfinished a stubborn Dortmund after a prolonged duel to...

"Chrome" One of Nine Horse-Of-Year Champs to Run at Del Mar

Thursday, July 21st, 2016 (2 years ago)

By Hank Wesch California Chrome wins 2014 Gr I Hollywood Derby © Benoit Look through the past performance lines of Horse of the Year honorees. Look down the left-hand column which lists the dates and...

Del Mar Breaks Running With Strong Opening Weekend Numbers

Sunday, July 17th, 2016 (2 years ago)

First Race Opening Day © Benoit Del Mar’s 77th summer racing season fired right out of the gate with a solid set of numbers in the bank after the opening three-day weekend at the shore...

Champion Beholder Drills 7 Furlongs in 1:27 at Del Mar Sunday

Sunday, July 17th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Champion mare Beholder went through a business-like workout Sunday morning at Del Mar, covering seven furlongs in company in 1:27 under gray skies with regular rider Gary Stevens at the controls and trainer Richard Mandella...

Quintet of Interns Living, Learning the Del Mar Summer Scene

Saturday, July 16th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Del Mar's Intern Class of 2016 (L to R) Nick Avioli, Kristin Hill, Meg Reynolds, DMTC president Joe Harper, Erin Doty-McQuaid and Brian Glodowski By Hank Wesch Like any industry, Thoroughbred racing is always looking...

"Chrome" Works Sharp Five Furlongs in :59 1/5 at Del Mar

Saturday, July 16th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Champion California Chrome worked a sharp five furlongs in :59 1/5 Saturday morning at Del Mar on a racetrack cleared of all but a few other runners he’s likely to face in his comeback race...

2016 Opening Day Hats Contest

Friday, July 15th, 2016 (2 years ago)

2016 Hats Contest © Benoit More than 300 contestants entered the 22nd annual Opening Day Hats Contest at Del Mar. The Bing Crosby Grand Prize winner was Andria Elam, from the Best Fascinator category. “I...

"Chrome" and "Donuts" Saturday; Families and Bar-B-Q Sunday

Thursday, July 14th, 2016 (2 years ago)

\ Pony Boy and his Webkinz Plush Horse Friend © Zoe Metz for Del Mar Thoroughbred Club After Friday’s Opening Day hullabaloo becomes a sparkling memory, the initial Saturday and Sunday of Del Mar’s 77th...

Friday Start Bodes Fantastic for Del Mar's 77th Summer

Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Lots of Choices If You Want To Go To Del Mar by Car

Wednesday, July 13th, 2016 (2 years ago)

There are five different ways you can take a car to the races at Del Mar and only one of them requires you to do the driving. While an individual or a group driving their...

Public Transportation A Winner for Opening Day at Del Mar

Tuesday, July 12th, 2016 (2 years ago)

As founder Bing Crosby’s signature Del Mar ditty goes: “Where the turf meets the surf, down at old Del Mar “Take a plane, take a train, take a car…..” When “The Crooner” penned that song...

"Race Ready" Racehorse Sale at Del Mar Saturday, July 23

Monday, July 11th, 2016 (2 years ago)

For the fifth summer in a row, Barretts Sales will conduct a “race ready” racehorse sale at Del Mar, providing opportunities for any and all – from first-time buyers to seasoned horsemen – to be...

Fresh and Fit, Trevor Denman Ready for a Del Mar Return

Friday, July 8th, 2016 (2 years ago)

“I’ve been calling races for 44 years and I’ve never had one like this.” The voice, that unmistakable voice, was Trevor Denman on the telly from his retreat in Minnesota. To be specific Kellogg, Minnesota,...

Officials Are Named for 2016 Summer Race Meet at Del Mar

Wednesday, July 6th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Del Mar Thoroughbred Club will conduct its 77th summer racing season beginning Friday, July 15 led by a solid core of veteran racing officials. Heading the crew in his 36th summer at the shore oval...

Wide Range of Options Available Again On 2016 Del Mar Bet Menu

Thursday, June 30th, 2016 (2 years ago)

With one small change included, the 2016 Del Mar betting menu will mirror previous seasons’ full range of wagering opportunities when the seaside track begins its 77th season on Friday, July 15. The 39-day meeting...

Discounts Abound on the Del Mar Menu This Summer

Thursday, June 16th, 2016 (2 years ago)

For more than 75 years, fans have told the folks running Del Mar that the unique sporting and entertainment mix that is at the heart of the iconic racing headquarters is a winner. It’s all...

Del Mar, Stronach Group Offer $1-Million 'California' Bonus

Thursday, April 28th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Del Mar and The Stronach Group have announced an offer of a $1-million bonus to a horse who sweeps this year’s TVG Pacific Classic, the Xpressbet Awesome Again Stakes and the Breeders’ Cup Classic. The...

Del Mar To Host Five Breeders' Cup Challenge Races

Tuesday, April 19th, 2016 (2 years ago)

Winners of 77 races earn automatic berths, travel and entry fees paid into World Championships.