Tuesday promises a packed racing schedule, with action slated from Ffos Las, Wolverhampton and Yarmouth, all broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The day kicks off at Ffos Las with the South West Rail Solutions Ltd Novices' Hurdle, featuring a twelve‑horse field eager to make their mark. Among the contenders, Nicky Henderson has entered Crystal Island, the promising youngster who impressed on his stable debut at Ascot in December.
The colt remains unbeaten under rules and will be looking to build on that early success, hoping to add another win to his fledgling record. Ben Pauling and Ben Jones team up on Uptown Dandy, a six‑year‑old who last raced over the same course and distance with a winning effort.
The gelding has been remarkably consistent, finishing inside the top three in six of his seven career starts, and connections will be expecting another strong performance. Kings Champion, who failed to live up to his odds‑on status when last seen in February after a promising early run that faded in testing conditions, returns on firmer ground.
Trainer Olly Murphy hopes the step up in trip will give the gelding the chance to secure his second career victory. Other notable entries include Rathkenny, Home Made Hero and Fairye Forth, the latter making his second start for trainer Rebecca Curtis. The penultimate race of the day takes place at Yarmouth, where the AKS Skip Hire Services Handicap over seven furlongs will see another twelve‑horse field line up.
Among the runners, Philanthropist catches the eye for James Fanshawe. After a series of lackluster performances, the four‑year‑old is back at his last winning distance and will be wearing cheekpieces for the first time, adding a fresh tactical element to his race. Miletus, a five‑year‑old who has been the runner‑up in recent outings, will try to turn that consistency into a win with the aid of a first‑time hood, as trainer James Keane hopes for a breakthrough performance. William Stone’s Dashing Dick, an eight‑year‑old who justified his favoritism at Newmarket last season, steps back up to seven furlongs in pursuit of a sixth career win.
Meanwhile, three‑time Yarmouth winner Gorgeous Mr George begins his 2026 campaign over a familiar course and distance. Though Dylan Cunha’s four‑year‑old has won twice on the track, he has yet to succeed when carrying a rating in the 70s, making this a key test of his ability. Additional entries worth watching include Kevin Frost’s Documenting, Jack Jones’s Rogue Allegiance, and Harry Davies’s Shimmering Spin, the latter also sporting cheekpieces for the first time. Fans can stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing news, interviews and features on their mobile devices, ensuring they never miss a story.
At Wolverhampton, seven horses will contest the Get Raceday Ready Handicap over the minimum distance. Tony Carroll’s Midnight Call looks to add to his recent good form, while the daughter of Caravaggio has recorded five wins in her last eight outings, including three victories on this very track and distance. The five‑year‑old mare now faces a career‑high weight, a challenge she must overcome to continue her winning streak.
Previous course and distance winner Shalaa Asker has enjoyed a strong winter run, with multiple wins and placings, and will be ridden again by Rob Hornby. Kevin Philippart De Foy’s Binadham, a runner who finished sixth in the Norfolk Stakes as a two‑year‑old and has placed third in both of his starts at Dunstall Park, will also don cheekpieces for the first time as he seeks his maiden win since debut. Other horses to keep an eye on include Em Four, partnered with Saffie and Jamie Osborne, and Diomed Spirit under Stuart Williams. The card continues with a series of international fixtures.
At 2.05, Compiegne hosts the Group Three Prix Hopper, featuring a field of seven. At 2.35, Yarmouth’s Novice Stakes will see Brilliant Star and Fanciulla Del West battle for honors. At 3.10, Pantile’s Gift aims to defy a penalty and secure back‑to‑back victories at Yarmouth.
Later, at 3.50, Compiegne’s Listed Prix du Mont Dore will showcase Olympic Story and Hamandio. The afternoon at Yarmouth continues with Eightthreeone targeting consecutive wins at 4.20, while at 6.30 Wolverhampton, Consistent Beaune pursues another all‑weather success. At 6.42, Ffos Las presents a clash between Martalmix’jac and Esperti. The evening concludes with Star Marian aiming to preserve a flawless 2026 record at Wolverhampton at 7.00, followed by Largy Panic seeking to replicate his Kempton triumph for trainer Ben Clarke at 7.12.
Overall, the day offers a rich tapestry of storylines, from rising novices to seasoned campaigners, each seeking to add another chapter to their racing narratives.