The Del Mar Handicap 2026 is one of California’s premier Grade 2 turf races for older horses. Run over 1⅜ miles (2,213 metres) on turf at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, the race is a Breeders’ Cup Challenge “Win and You’re In” qualifier for the Breeders’ Cup Turf. It is one of the feature races on the closing Saturday of the Del Mar summer meeting. This page provides early betting odds, race details, and entry information for international bettors.
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Race Overview
Race
Del Mar Handicap
Grade
G2
Distance
2213m (1 3/8 Miles)
Surface
Turf
Location
Del Mar Thoroughbred Club
Date
August 29, 2026
Local Time
4:30 PM (PDT)
Race No.
Race 7
Qualification
3YO & Up
Purse
US$300,000
Why International Bettors Follow
Access to Ante-Post betting markets before final declarations
Fixed Odds markets become available as race day approaches
A Breeders’ Cup Challenge – Win and You’re In qualifier for the Breeders’ Cup Turf
One of California’s premier Grade 2 turf races for older horses
Run over the demanding 1⅜-mile distance that rewards stamina and tactical positioning
A feature event of the Del Mar summer meeting
Early Betting Odds
Early odds are typically offered by international bookmakers such as bet365, 1xBet, Betfair, and other major global operators. Markets usually open as Ante-Post before switching to Fixed Odds closer to race day.
