Del Mar News & Announcements
These announcements and Press Releases are updated frequently. For Stable Notes and other race-related news, you can read our Stable News.
From Claiming Star to Jockey Agent: Jack Carava's Lifelong Jouney in Horseracing
Jim CharvatPublished Friday, August 2nd, 2024 (1 year ago)
Most men in their 50s are starting to entertain thoughts of retirement. Very few are contemplating a career change.
Traynor Scores Narrow Victory and $135,000 in the 21st Annual Del Mar Summer Challenge
Published Sunday, July 28th, 2024 (1 year ago)Bob Traynor sealed the victory with a huge last-race win bet of nearly $10,000 to retake the lead and win by a nose at the wire.
Seven Young Interns Spend an Interesting Summer at Del Mar
Jim CharvatPublished Friday, July 26th, 2024 (1 year ago)
Every year Del Mar offers an intern program for those aspiring to make a living in the horseracing industry, or at the very least, learn about its inner workings. Some are drawn to the horses, some are attracted by the electric environment of the racetrack and still others are curious about the business aspect of the place.
Del Mar Opening Day Hats Contest
Published Saturday, July 20th, 2024 (1 year ago)The 30th annual Opening Day Hats Contest at Del Mar drew more than 150 contestants.
Two Stakes Highlight Del Mar' 85th Opening Day on Saturday
Published Thursday, July 18th, 2024 (1 year ago)They’re off and running for the 85th time this Saturday at Del Mar, the iconic racetrack that sits alongside the blue Pacific just north of San Diego. In all there will be 11 races on the season’s first program, headed by a pair of stakes that have drawn large fields.
Keeneland Announces Inaugural Championship Sale in Del Mar Paddock on Wednesday of Breeders' Cup Week.
Published Thursday, July 18th, 2024 (1 year ago)Keeneland Championship Sale to be included in Breeders’ Cup Official Event Calendar; offers rare opportunity to acquire high-value racehorses and breeding stock.
Full Package of Wagers Available as Del Mar Starts Season #85
Published Monday, July 15th, 2024 (1 year ago)A full array of betting options will be accessible to Del Mar fans as the seaside oval is off and running on its 85th summer season starting this Saturday, July 20.
Oak Tree To Team With Del Mar For A Special Day Of Racing On Saturday, August 3
Published Thursday, June 13th, 2024 (1 year ago)
Clement L. Hirsch
The Oak Tree Racing Association and the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club will partner this summer for a special day of sport that will provide extra value to horsemen and firm up the...
'Trevor' Will Be Back In The Saddle For His 40th Del Mar Season
Published Monday, June 10th, 2024 (1 year ago)
Trevor Denman © Benoit Photo
Trevor Denman, the iconic race caller who has been identified with Del Mar and all its surf and turf since 1984, will once again step to the mic high above...
$1-Million Pacific Classic Tops 31-Day / 39 Stakes Program for Summer 2024 at Del Mar
Published Thursday, April 25th, 2024 (1 year ago)
In conjunction with its partners from the Thoroughbred Owners of California, Del Mar Thoroughbred Club has scheduled a 31-day/39 stakes program topped by its premier offering – the 34th running of the $1-million FanDuel Racing...