The Del Mar Futurity is a prestigious Grade 1 horse race held annually at Del Mar Racetrack in Del Mar, California. It is a seven-furlong race for two-year-old Thoroughbreds and serves as a key event for young horses showcasing their potential for future stardom.
The 2026 Del Mar Futurity is scheduled to take place on September 6th. This event traditionally closes the Del Mar summer racing season, making it one of the highlights of the meet.
Over the years, the Del Mar Futurity has seen many impressive champions. One of the most notable winner is American Pharoah, who claimed the triple crown in 2015, this horse left a lasting mark on the race's history.
| Year | Winner | Jockey | Trainer | Owner | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Brant | Flavien Prat | Bob Baffert | Zedan Racing Stables, Inc. | 1:21.92 |
| 2024 | Gaming | Flavien Prat | Bob Baffert | Karl Watson, Michael E. Pegram & Paul Weitman | 1:23.02 |
| 2023 | Prince of Monaco | Flavien Prat | Bob Baffert | SF Racing, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables, Stonestreet Stables, Dianne Bashor, Robert E. Masterson, Waves Edge Capital, Catherine Donovan and Tom Ryan | 1:22.65 |
| 2022 | Cave Rock | Juan Hernandez | Bob Baffert | Karl Watson, Michael E. Pegram & Paul Weitman | 1:20.99 |
| 2021 | Pinehurst | Mike E. Smith | Bob Baffert | SF Racing, Starlight Racing, Madaket Stables, Robert E. Masterson, Stonestreet Stables, Jay Schoenfarber, Waves Edge Capital and Donovan Farm | 1:23.55 |
| 2020 | Dr. Schivel | Flavien Prat | Luis Mendez | Red Baron's Barn LLC, Rancho Temescal LLC Et Al | 1:24.16 |
The Del Mar Futurity is considered a major test for young horses on the turf. It often serves as a stepping stone for horses aiming to compete in larger stakes races later in their careers.
