Crest Of Fire Pursues Maiden Victory at Southwell

Thursday's racing schedule is packed with events from Chepstow and Southwell, broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. A highly competitive Always Gamble Responsibly At BetMGM Maiden Stakes is on the cards at Southwell, where Crest Of Fire and Powder Monkey aim to secure their first career wins. Crest Of Fire, despite being winless in five starts, has demonstrated significant potential, including a runner-up finish with a mark of 83 on his handicap debut at Doncaster. Following a gelding operation, he returns to maiden company and could be difficult to beat. Powder Monkey, trained by George Boughey, showed promise in his debut but lacked the pace to keep up with the winner; he is expected to improve as he moves up to a mile. Regulus Black and King Of Berkshire are also contenders for each-way bets. River Voyage, a point winner, achieved his first success over fences at Ffos Las last month and is likely to thrive in the increased distance. Gold Emery put up a strong performance when finishing second behind Planned Paradise at Bangor and should be in the mix with the same mark. Lightonthewing, who scored his seventh win over larger obstacles at Exeter, will be a popular choice to follow up despite a five-pound higher mark. To Be Sure and Amateur complete the shortlist. For the latest racing news, interviews, and features, visit our website. Last-time winner Numero Vingt and Hvar are set to clash in a high-quality renewal of the Read Meg Nicholls' Blog At betmgm.co.uk Handicap. Archie Watson's Numero Vingt has shown grit in his narrow victories on both starts since being gelded, with the runner-up at Lingfield having won since. This son of Mehmas is the one to beat as he enters handicaps under Hollie Doyle. Hvar, who won a Wolverhampton novice last season, has joined John and Sean Quinn, while Riley Rocks is a threat after scoring at Newcastle in January. Wyle Cop is another notable contender after his win at Wolverhampton. For the latest horse racing news, interviews, and features, visit the Sky Sports Racing website. Other notable events include the 2.37 Southwell race, featuring Appier and St Faz, and the 5.20 Chepstow bumper with Stick To The Board, Trigg, and Lord Du Gouet.