Hit Show targeted for Del Mar's Pacific Classic

Trainer Brad Cox has expressed interest in entering the 2025 Dubai World Cup winner, Hit Show, into the $1 million Pacific Classic at Del Mar on August 22. Owned by Gary and Mary West Stables, the 6-year-old horse has earned over $9.5 million, ranking him 21st on the all-time earnings list.

Hit Show’s career highlights include a victory in the Dubai World Cup, where he defeated the previous year's Pacific Classic winner, Mixto, and Breeders’ Cup champion Forever Young. His recent performances include a second-place finish in the Grade II Suburban at Saratoga.

Sixteen horses have been nominated for the 36th running of the Pacific Classic, with 13 considered strong possibilities. Other notable nominees include Knightsbridge, Nevada Beach, and Finger.