Adare Manor attempts to become just the second mare to the win the Grade I FanDuel Racing Pacific Classic.

“I am the unequivocal advocate for the horse. I am independent. I am not beholding to anybody. I just do what I believe is best for the horse. Sometimes it’s on a big stage and it’s very public."

There are not a lot of guarantees in horse racing, but you can bet your bottom dollar that behind every successful trainer, there’s an excellent assistant.

Trainer Richard Mandella has been named the 20th recipient of the Laffit Pincay, Jr. Award. He’ll be honored in that role at Del Mar on Saturday, August 31, FanDuel Racing Pacific Classic Day.

This Friday’s first post will shift from 4 p.m. to 3 p.m. and remain at that time on Fridays for the balance of the meet, which concludes on Sunday, September 8.

What is behind Smith’s remarkable longevity in a sport that more times than not literally wears a jockey’s body down. It started one day when he went to play golf with a group of friends.

Most men in their 50s are starting to entertain thoughts of retirement. Very few are contemplating a career change.

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.

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.

The 30th annual Opening Day Hats Contest at Del Mar drew more than 150 contestants.