Artagnan and Gold Star Hero Set to Collide at Wolverhampton

Thursday's racing schedule is packed, with All-Weather events at Southwell and Wolverhampton being broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The highlight of Wolverhampton's evening card is the Free Bets On attheraces.com Handicap, featuring Artagnan at the top of a six-horse field. Having ended last season on a strong note with a win at Chelmsford and a third-place finish as the favorite, Artagnan has a strong claim in this 0-85 race under James Doyle. Gold Star Hero, trained by Michael Bell and ridden by Hector Crouch, is a major contender, especially if he can dominate from the front, given Bell's recent winning streak. Queue Dos boasts impressive form at Wolverhampton, with four wins out of six starts, making him the best of the rest. At Southwell, a quality field of six will compete in the Free Digital Racecard At Raceday-Ready.com Handicap, including Adjuvant and Carlton. Carlton, trained by James Owen, is a proven all-weather performer who last won over hurdles at Huntingdon and has appeal switching to the flat, especially with only a four-pound increase from his Chelmsford win in February. Adjuvant, who has a high past rating, was last seen finishing down the field at Doncaster but could rebound in this easier assignment. Imperial Sovereign is consistent, while Senor Cortez is notable on his second run for John Butler. The Download The Racecourse App Raceday Ready Handicap at 4:55 pm is headlined by Tilted Kilt and Down To The Kid. Down To The Kid, last year's winner, looks ready to go close after a strong finish behind Legal Reform, especially as he drops down in grade. Tilted Kilt, having dropped to a useful mark, poses a big threat if fit, following a debut win in 2024 and an unlucky run at Haydock. Star Studied and Eldrickjones also have chances, despite previous disappointments. Other notable races include Naana's Crystal bidding to follow up her Southwell win at Wolverhampton, Youarenotforgiven seeking a hat-trick, and Astrological being fancied for Marco Botti and Hollie Doyle.