Del Mar Scene

Check out what's new on the Scene at Del Mar: unique fashion, the 411 on food and brews, and tips on betting the races.

Lava Man Settles in at Old Friends Farm

A fixture at Del Mar for the past two decades is missing this fall. Lava Man has been retired for a second time, leaving behind an illustrious career and a giant sentimental void in the...

Hronis Racing: A Lifelong Dream in the Making

A coin flip, a stable of champions, and a lifelong dream. Kosta and Stephanie Hronis' story sounds like a hallmark movie in the making.

All Eyes on John Sadler and Flightline Ahead of the TVG Pacific Classic

John Sadler is no stranger to the Pacific Classic Winners' Circle, and certainly no stranger to Del Mar. All eyes will be on Sadler and the unbeaten Flightline this Saturday when they'll both put winning...

What Makes Del Mar's Track Shine

The team at Del Mar takes a lot of pride in being one of the nations leading race tracks, in quality and safety. Joe Harper gives a peek into what makes Del Mar's track shine.

Papaprodromou Becoming a Household Name at Del Mar

Papaprodromou and American Theorem © Benoit Photo Trainer George Papaprodromou is having a meet to remember this summer at Del Mar. The native of Cyprus, an island country in the Mediterranean Sea, currently sits fourth...

Jockey Hector Berrios Settles in Nicely at Del Mar

Hector Berrios © Benoit Photo Several riders are giving Del Mar a shot for the first time this summer. It’s a daunting task for any rider to move his tack to a new track. It...

Horseplayers of Del Mar

All aboard the horseplayers' rollercoaster. Take a ride with Billy Koch, from picks to payouts.

Beholder's Introduction Makes Mandella One Proud Papa

Richard Mandella Just a quick glance at her resume is proof enough that Beholder belongs in the Racing Hall of Fame. Anyone who saw her run between 2012 and 2016 would have no problem putting...

Jockey Joe Bravo

Matt Miller Wins 2021 Breeders' Cup Betting Challenge

‘All-In’ Wager on Knicks Go in Longines Breeders’ Cup Classic Lifts Chicago Attorney to Top Prize in Racing’s Biggest Live-Money Tournament