The crowds are out to see California Chrome go up against Dortmund in the San Diego Handicap
It’s time for Chrome to appear.
The crowd closes in for a close look at Chrome.
Dortmund the top challenger
Dortmund is a big, strong boy.
California Chrome posing .
Legendary trainer Bob Baffert with jockey Gary Stevens.
Jockey Victor Espinoza gives Chrome the eye.
They are off.
California Chrome stumbles out of the gate but recovers, surging forward.
Neck to neck!
Chrome gives it all.
The slightest of leads.
One last thrust to the finish.
California Chrome wins by a nose.
Jockey Victor Espinoza waves to the crowd as Chrome struts!
What a race.
A proud champion.