Pacific Classic Stakes
At age four, 1993 was Bertrando's best year in racing. He won the San Fernando Stakes, the Woodward Stakes by 13½ lengths, and, while winning the Pacific Classic Stakes, broke the track record for 1¼ miles at the Del Mar Racetrack. He also finished second in the Hollywood Gold Cup, Metropolitan Handicap, and Breeders' Cup Classic. In the Classic, he appeared to have the race won when longshot Arcangues came from behind to claim victory. Bertrando's 1993 performances earned him that year's U.S. Eclipse Award for Outstanding Older Male Horse and the California Horse of the Year title.