Hollie Doyle: Zavateri Stands Out in Greenham Stakes

Renowned jockey Hollie Doyle shares her insights and anticipation for a packed Saturday of racing action in her exclusive blog. Archie Watson is set to send two promising young horses to Thirsk, where Doyle will be riding them. The first, NIEWIADOMA, a Cotai Glory filly, is making her debut in the British EBF Fillies' Novice Stakes. Doyle has had the opportunity to ride NIEWIADOMA several times and is pleased with her natural speed and attitude. However, it's challenging to predict the outcome due to the lack of experience among her five opponents, including Karl Burke's Blue Point daughter, Bai Tong. Later in the day, Doyle will be riding MERLIER in the Stirrup Bar For Deli-Style Dinning Packages Handicap. Having won two previous races, MERLIER will be facing proven sprinters for the first time on turf, but Doyle is optimistic about his chances. The Greenham Stakes at Newbury is expected to be a thrilling event, with Zavateri and Albert Einstein being the top contenders. Zavateri's impressive juvenile campaign and recent performances make him a strong favorite to win. Doyle will also be riding WARM SPELL in the Join Racing TV Today Handicap, where he is expected to perform well after being eased to a career-low mark. IDYLLIC, a course and distance winner, will be Doyle's ride in the Happy 21st Birthday Lily Watkinson Handicap. Other notable mentions include SOLAR BIRICZ in the Nick Simpson Cannot Be 60 Handicap and URBAN LION in the Win Unique Experiences At OLBG Prizes Spring Cup Handicap. Doyle is also looking forward to seeing Al AASY win the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise Stakes for Tom Marquand and William Haggas.