Tuesday’s racing schedule promises a bustling day of all‑weather action at Southwell, with the proceedings streamed live on Sky Sports Racing. The highlight of the morning is the Southwell Cardinal Conditions Stakes, a classy opening contest that pits two promising three‑year‑olds, Yazin and Golden View, against each other in a small but competitive field of three runners.
Yazin, a son of the celebrated New Bay, is stepping up in class after a successful debut campaign. He broke his maiden at Redcar in September, showing a turn of foot that impressed his connections.
He followed that win with a solid performance in a novice race at Newmarket the following month, where he stayed on strongly over seven furlongs. The added stamina of the longer distance at Southwell should suit him well, and he will benefit from the expertise of jockey Ryan Moore. Moore’s experience at Southwell is limited—he has only ridden there once in the past five years—but his skill and tactical acumen are expected to compensate for the lack of recent familiarity with the track. Golden View, trained by Charlie Appleby and partnered with William Buick, is the other major contender.
This Dubawi colt boasts an attractive pedigree and made an impressive debut at Kempton in December, defeating the well‑rated Aqpan in a novice race. That victory was given extra weight when the runner‑up was later rated 101, suggesting that Golden View’s performance was of a high standard. With his pedigree, early form, and the confidence of a top‑class trainer and jockey, he is likely to be a serious threat in the conditions stakes.
Rounding out the trio is Intense Vision, trained by Oli Rix. While less heralded than his rivals, he completes the field and could prove a useful joker if the two favorites falter.
The day’s program also includes the Book The Bistro In Sherwood Restaurant Handicap, a six‑horse contest that is shaping up to be a genuine test of quality. Marnier and Lady Ridgewood have emerged as the early betting favorites. Marnier, trained by John and Thady Gosden and ridden by Rab Havlin, will carry the top weight in the handicap. He is on a modest retrieval mission after a disappointing run at Kempton, where he was well beaten on his return.
However, Marnier has a win to his name from a Lingfield maiden last summer, and the experience of that victory could help him settle into a strong finishing position at Southwell. Lady Ridgewood, who made her final start for Peter Chapple‑Hyam in August, is another intriguing prospect. She is debuting for trainer Ian Williams and is expected to benefit from the fresh perspective that a new stable can bring.
Her previous run suggested she possesses the speed and stamina needed to compete at this level. Other horses worth watching include Yaa Min, a solid performer who could surprise the field, and New York Minute, a three‑time winner on all‑weather surfaces. New York Minute will be looking to rediscover his best form now that the race distance has been reduced, which could give him a better chance of staying on strongly in the finish.
In addition to the main events, the programme features a series of secondary handicaps that add depth to the card. Raspoutine, for example, will contest the Come Racing For Free 18th June Handicap at 7:00 p.m., attempting to overcome a six‑pound penalty after a promising win on his handicap debut at Lingfield earlier in the month.
Sir Mark Prescott’s charge showed marked improvement in that Lingfield victory and is expected to run close under the added weight, potentially extending his winning streak. Aneirin’s Sword, piloted by Jamie Osborne, commands respect after demonstrating solid form around the Southwell track in previous outings.
His trainer has now fitted first‑time blinkers in an effort to sharpen his focus and extract any remaining improvement. Among the other entries, Action Reaction could find a better fit in a handicap setting, while Lexington Empress, trained by Marco Botti, was narrowly denied a win at Wolverhampton and will be a contender under the guidance of Marco Giani. Beyond the Southwell action, the broadcast will also feature international highlights. At 2:49 p.m., ParisLongchamp will host a Listed contest where Group Two winner Godspeed is expected to attract attention, while French Guineas third‑place finisher Mandanaba returns for trainer Graffard.
Later, at 3:27 p.m., another Listed race at Longchamp will feature 17 runners, including Jel Pepper for Oli Cole and Kieran Shoemark, as well as the notable Take On Me. The day concludes with a spotlight on Keeneland at 6:32 p.m., where Wesley Ward’s two‑year‑old Through The Years will take to the track, offering a glimpse of future stars in the making. Racing enthusiasts can stay up to date with the latest news, interviews, and feature stories by following Sky Sports Racing on their mobile devices. The network’s comprehensive coverage ensures fans never miss a beat, from the excitement of Southwell’s all‑weather surface to the international stakes that shape the sport’s global narrative.