Zavateri Favored to Claim Victory in the Greenham Stakes at Newbury

The Weekend Winners panel is back to provide an in-depth preview of a thrilling day of racing at Newbury, with the Group 3 Greenham Stakes taking center stage. Eight talented horses are set to compete in the seven-furlong event, with Zavateri, trained by Eve Johnson Houghton, and Aidan O'Brien's Albert Einstein leading the pack. Other notable contenders include Title Role, Alparslan, Gonna Fly, and Needle Match. According to one expert, "This race is highly intriguing on paper. The favorite, Zavateri, struggled at Newmarket and will likely thrive on the straight track. However, it's uncertain whether he will continue to improve, given his size and pedigree. I'm inclined to bet against him. I'm backing Alparslan, who has some ground to make up against Zavateri following their previous encounter in the Dewhurst. He experienced a significant drift in price that day, which suggests there may have been an issue. With a lack of pace in this race, Alparslan could potentially take an easy lead and dominate. For the latest racing news, interviews, and features, download our app. Another expert agrees, "I'm supporting Zavateri, who won the National Stakes last season and doesn't have a Group 1 penalty for that victory. He would need to underperform significantly to be beaten today. There are many question marks surrounding other runners, such as Albert Einstein and Title Role. Therefore, I'm sticking with the class angle and backing Zavateri, who I believe should be at a shorter price. Today on Sky Sports Racing, Zavateri and Albert Einstein clash in the Greenham Stakes at Newbury. Also, the Spring Trials weekend kicks off at Newbury, featuring the Craven Stakes and the Nell Gwyn Stakes. In other news, Oxagon secured a win in the Craven Stakes for the in-form Gosden team, while Azleet emerged as a contender for the 1000 Guineas after a surprise win in the Nell Gwyn Stakes. Hollie Doyle shared her thoughts on Derby hope Wareeth in the Feilden Stakes at Newmarket. Additionally, trainer Evan Williams was sentenced to three years in prison for causing grievous bodily harm with intent. Another expert commented, "I'm backing Needle Match, who doesn't fit the typical profile of recent winners. However, his trainer has expressed confidence in his three-year-olds this season, and Needle Match could be one of them. For the latest horse racing news and updates, visit Sky Sports Racing. Needle Match previously won on soft ground at Newbury, but I don't think the quicker ground will be an issue based on his pedigree. He needs to take a significant step forward, but the price is decent. While the favorite has the standard form, I want to bet against him in his first outing of the season. Watch the full Weekend Winners episode on the At The Races YouTube channel.