The Grade 2, $750,000 Delaware Handicap brings together a strong group of older fillies and mares with seven of the nine attempting the 1 ΒΌ-mile distance for the first time. One horse who is proven at the distance is most likely betting favorite Elate. She won this race last year and is attempting to repeat the feat of champion Royal Delta, who won the race back to back in 2012 and 2013.