Sixtygeesbaby Leads the Charge in Ripon's Feature Event

Thursday promises to be an exciting day of racing, with events at Hereford and Ripon broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The highly-anticipated Armstrong Memorial Handicap at Ripon features top contenders Sixtygeesbaby and American Style. Sixtygeesbaby, now part of the David O'Meara team, is set for his second start after a respectable performance at Doncaster last month. American Style, although struggling to secure a win, has the potential to excel if circumstances favor him, particularly as he returns to the site of his previous victory. Modern Times, having been off the scene since June last year, poses an interesting challenge, especially with a significant weight advantage over the top two contenders. For all the latest racing updates, news, and interviews, find out more. Storm Esme, relatively untested, aims to overcome a 4lbs rise in the Ripon Silver Bowl Handicap. Following a successful juvenile season, Storm Esme looks to start the new season on a high note. Cotai Belle, who faced Storm Esme in a Listed race at Redcar, will need to regain early-season form to outperform her rival. Wyle Cop, fit from All-Weather starts, could perform well in his return to turf. Sherborne seeks to achieve a hat-trick in the Keltruck Ltd Handicap Chase at Hereford, following convincing wins at Exeter and Ascot. Insurrection, dropping in class and distance, may find this race more to his liking. Black Hawk Eagle, with a recent win at Chepstow and a light weight, cannot be overlooked. The day also includes an 0-85 handicap at Ripon and eight races from ParisLongchamp.