Tuesday’s racing schedule promises a packed programme, highlighted by All‑Weather action at Southwell that will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The day’s marquee event is the Southwell Cardinal Conditions Stakes, a stylish opening race that pits two promising youngsters, Yazin and Golden View, against each other in a modest three‑horse field. Yazin, a son of the celebrated New Bay, is stepping up after a successful debut at Redcar in September where he claimed a comfortable victory.
He followed that win with a solid performance in a novice race at Newmarket the following month, demonstrating a strong turn of foot over seven furlongs. The added distance of the Cardinal Conditions Stakes should suit his stamina‑rich pedigree, and he will be supported by jockey Ryan Moore.
Moore’s recent Southwell experience is limited – he has only ridden there once in the past five years – which adds a fresh tactical element to his ride on Yazin. Golden View, trained by Charlie Appleby and ridden by William Buick, is the primary challenger. The Dubawi‑sired colt boasts an attractive bloodline and made a striking debut at Kempton in December, defeating Aqpan in a novice race.
That early triumph was backed up by a rating of 101 for the runner‑up, suggesting Golden View will be very competitive in this contest. Both horses have shown the ability to handle the all‑weather surface, making the outcome uncertain and the race a compelling preview of future Group‑level potential. Completing the trio is Intense Vision, trained by Oli Rix.
While less heralded than the other two, Intense Vision adds depth to the field and could capitalize on any pace scenario that unfolds. Beyond the headline race, the Book The Bistro In Sherwood Restaurant Handicap has assembled a quality six‑horse field.
The betting market is likely to be led by Marnier and Lady Ridgewood, each offering distinct storylines. Marnier, a John and Thady Gosden trainee, carries the top weight under jockey Rab Havlin. After a disappointing return at Kempton, Marnier is on a retrieval mission, aiming to bounce back from that loss. He previously secured a maiden win at Lingfield last summer, and the connections hope that the experience will translate into a strong performance in this handicap, potentially allowing him to “hit the frame” – that is, finish among the top three.
Lady Ridgewood, who last raced for Peter Chapple‑Hyam in August, is making her debut for trainer Ian Williams. Her previous outing was her final start under Chapple‑Hyam, and she now presents an intriguing prospect for Williams, who will be keen to see how she adapts to the new stable environment and the all‑weather track. Other contenders worth watching include Yaa Min, a runner who has shown promise in previous outings, and New York Minute, a three‑time winner on all‑weather surfaces. New York Minute will be looking to rediscover his winning form now that the distance has been shortened, a factor that could prove advantageous.
For fans who want to stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing news, interviews, and feature stories, Sky Sports Racing offers a mobile experience that delivers breaking news straight to your phone. In the evening, the Come Racing For Free 18th June Handicap at 7:00 pm features Raspoutine, who will be carrying a six‑pound penalty. Trained by Sir Mark Prescott, Raspoutine showed improvement when he won his handicap debut at Lingfield earlier in the month. The penalty suggests the handicapper believes he is close to his best, and he could be a strong candidate to continue a winning streak.
Aneirin’s Sword, under the guidance of Jamie Osborne, also merits attention. The horse has displayed consistent form when racing off the pace, and the trainer has elected to fit first‑time blinkers in an effort to sharpen focus and extract further improvement. Among the remaining entries, Action Reaction may find a better fit in handicap company, while Lexington Empress, trained by Marco Botti, was narrowly denied a win at Wolverhampton and will be under the care of jockey Marco Giani.
Her recent near‑miss suggests she could be a serious threat if she can translate that effort into a victory. Internationally, the programme includes a Listed contest at Longchamp in Paris at 2:49, where Group‑Two winner Godspeed catches the eye. Also featured is a French Guineas third‑place finisher, Mandanaba, returning for trainer Graffard. Later, at 3:27, another Longchamp Listed race will see 17 runners, with Jel Pepper representing trainer Oli Cole and jockey Kieran Shoemark, while Take On Me is another horse to note.
Finally, at 6:32, the Keeneland meeting will showcase two‑year‑old Wesley Ward trainee Through The Years, adding a juvenile dimension to the day’s global racing narrative. Overall, Tuesday’s Southwell card offers a blend of emerging talent, seasoned campaigners, and international intrigue, making it a must‑watch for racing enthusiasts seeking both excitement and insight into the sport’s future stars.