The article highlights the strong presence of European contenders in the 2025 Breeders’ Cup turf races at Del Mar, with six of the seven turf races favoring European invaders. While top favorites like True Love, Gstaad, Minnie Hauk, Notable Speech, and Gezora dominate the headlines, the author focuses on five lesser-known European horses with morning line odds of 5-1 or higher who are poised to outperform expectations. These include Havana Anna, a tactical filly who may have an edge over the favored True Love; North Coast, a 30-1 long shot with strong mile experience and a favorable post position; and Goliath, an 8-1 value with a past Group 1 win over key rivals.

Other notable sleepers are Sahlan, a rapidly improving 3-year-old with strong recent form and a liking for firm turf, and See The Fire, a filly dropping in class who has consistently competed against top European horses and could leverage her experience and track suitability for a big late run. The article suggests these horses offer intriguing betting opportunities beyond the well-known favorites, emphasizing their tactical advantages, recent improvements, and race conditions that may favor their success.