Sweet Azteca Leads the Field in the Grade 3 Rancho Bernardo Handicap at Del Mar

Sweet Azteca Leads the Field in the Grade 3 Rancho Bernardo Handicap at Del Mar

Sweet Azteca, a homebred gray mare by Sharp Azteca, is the standout entry in the Grade 3, $100,000 Rancho Bernardo Handicap at Del Mar. Trained by Richard Baltas, she has an impressive record of six wins in eight starts, including a dominant victory in the same race last year. With leading rider Juan Hernández in the saddle, Sweet Azteca will carry 126 pounds, giving weight to her four competitors. She is the heavy favorite at 2-5 on the morning line.

Chismosa, a 5-year-old mare by Clubhouse Ride owned by Jaime Renella, poses a threat to Sweet Azteca with her solid record and earnings of $624,750. Kyle Frey will be aboard for trainer Rafael DeLeón. Formula Rossa, a promising filly by Vekoma, is the wildcard in the field, having won both of her previous starts convincingly. Antonio Fresu will ride for trainer Mark Glatt.

The Rancho Bernardo Handicap is the highlight of the day at Del Mar, scheduled as the second race of the card at 5:31 p.m. EDT. With Sweet Azteca leading the field, the competition is set to be fierce as these fillies and mares vie for victory on the main track. Don't miss the excitement of this prestigious race at Del Mar.