The $100,000 Osunitas Stakes returns to Del Mar Racetrack on Sunday, July 20, 2025, as Race 9 on the card. This one-mile turf contest for fillies and mares aged 3 and up has drawn a competitive field of 12 runners, featuring international pedigrees, stakes-tested talent, and rising turf specialists. Post time is set for 6:00 PM PT.
Top Contenders & Horse Profiles
| Horse Name | Pedigree | Trainer | Jockey | Key Notes |
| Sunset Glory (IRE) | Cotai Glory (GB) – Giant Dancer | Michael McCarthy | Kazushi Kimura | Winner of last start; top turf rating (112) |
| Queen Maxima | Bucchero – Corfu Lady | Jeff Mullins | Juan Hernandez | 5-race win streak; speed standout |
| Lunar Impact (GB) | Zoustar (AUS) – Button Moon (IRE) | Dan Blacker | Hector Berrios | Stakes winner; explosive late kick |
| Omnipontet (BRZ) | Hat Trick (JPN) – Believable Winner (BRZ) | Philip D’Amato | Antonio Fresu | Tactical speed; recent mile win |
| Alpha Bella | Justify – Andina (IRE) | John Sadler | Armando Ayuso | Grade 2-placed; versatile style |
| Medoro | Honor Code – Achira | Peter Eurton | Umberto Rispoli | Strong closer; stakes experience |
Pedigree Insights & Turf Potential
Sunset Glory (IRE) is by Cotai Glory, a proven turf sprinter sire, and out of a Giant’s Causeway-line mare—ideal for Del Mar’s firm turf. Queen Maxima descends from Bucchero, known for producing precocious turf runners with speed and stamina. Lunar Impact brings international flair via Zoustar, a top Australian turf sire, and has already won at Santa Anita over 6 furlongs. Alpha Bella, by Justify, combines classic dirt stamina with turf versatility through her dam Andina (IRE), a stakes-winning turf mare.
Jockey & Trainer Matchups to Watch
Juan Hernandez (Queen Maxima) leads Del Mar in turf wins and has a 28% win rate with trainer Jeff Mullins. Antonio Fresu (Omnipontet) is known for aggressive front-end tactics, pairing well with Philip D’Amato, a turf specialist. Kazushi Kimura (Sunset Glory) has a strong record with European imports and excels in mile turf setups. Mike Smith (Nadette) brings veteran savvy aboard a French-bred mare with stakes experience.
Recent Form & Speed Figures
| Horse Name | Last Race Result | Speed Rating | Surface |
| Sunset Glory | 1st @ Santa Anita (1m turf) | 112 | Turf |
| Queen Maxima | 1st @ Churchill Downs (5f turf) | 110 | Turf |
| Lunar Impact | 1st @ Santa Anita (6f turf) | 107 | Turf |
| Omnipontet | 1st @ Santa Anita (1m turf) | 106 | Turf |
| Alpha Bella | 4th @ Santa Anita (9f dirt) | 100 | Dirt |
| Medoro | 3rd @ Santa Anita (10f turf) | 108 | Turf |
Predicted Finish & Strategy
Winner: Sunset Glory – tactical speed, top turf rating, ideal draw
Place: Queen Maxima – red-hot form, versatile pace
Show: Lunar Impact – explosive closer, pedigree edge
