Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

Horse racing officials defended their decision to hold races at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club despite the extreme heat wave gripping Southern California.

NBC 7’s Jackie Crea reports from Opening Day at Del Mar Thoroughbred Club

Opening Day at the Del Mar Racetrack isn’t just a big deal for the space, but nearby businesses that are ready to welcome fans. NBC 7’s Audra Stafford has more information.

It’s once again opening day for the Del Mar Thoroughbred Club, meaning the horses, fashion and, of course, hats are back! NBC 7’s Audra Stafford chats with some fashionistas about the event.

Del Mar’s summer meet begins Friday, with all available tickets sold for the 10-race card.

The world’s best horses are in Del Mar this weekend, reports NBC 7’s Joe Little.

The horses are better. The races are better. That means the stakes are higher. So is the risk.

A loaded field with impressive resumes. And the Kentucky Derby winner won’t even be the favorite. The Breeders’ Cup Classic is a fitting finale to the world championships, with the heavyweights battling for Horse of the Year honors.

The filly named Set the Tone dumped her exercise rider and ran off, hitting a fence and severely injuring her shoulder. Veterinarians attempted to save her, but it wasn’t possible and she was euthanized. The rider wasn’t injured.