Tuesday promises a packed programme of racing, with action spread across Ffos Las, Wolverhampton and Yarmouth, all broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The day opens at Ffos Las with the South West Rail Solutions Ltd Novices' Hurdle, a race that will see a twelve‑horse field line up at the start. Among the contenders, Nicky Henderson has entered Crystal Island, a promising youngster who impressed on his stable debut at Ascot in December.
The colt remains unbeaten under National Hunt rules and will be eager to add another victory to his fledgling record. Also taking part for Henderson is Uptown Dandy, paired with riders Ben Pauling and Ben Jones. The six‑year‑old has a strong record at this course and distance, having finished in the top three in six of his seven career starts.
Given his consistency, spectators will be expecting another bold performance. Kings Champion, who failed to live up to his odds‑on status when last run in February, returns on firmer ground.
Trainer Olly Murphy hopes the longer trip will suit the gelding and that he can secure a second career win. Other noteworthy runners include Rathkenny, Home Made Hero and Fairye Forth, the latter making his second start for trainer Rebecca Curtis. The field promises a competitive contest as the horses vie for a place in the next day's racing schedule.
The penultimate race of the day takes place at Yarmouth, featuring the AKS Skip Hire Services Handicap over seven furlongs. Philanthropist, trained by James Fanshawe, is an intriguing entry.
After a series of sub‑par performances, the four‑year‑old is being dropped back to his last winning distance and will be equipped with cheekpieces for the first time, adding an extra layer of interest for punters. Miletus, a five‑year‑old who has been a frequent runner‑up, will also wear a hood for the first time in an attempt to break his near‑miss streak. William Stone’s Dashing Dick enjoyed a successful finish to last season, winning at Newmarket as the favourite.
The eight‑year‑old now steps back up to seven furlongs at Yarmouth, aiming for a sixth career victory. Three‑time Yarmouth winner Gorgeous Mr George will launch his 2026 campaign over a familiar course and distance; while the horse has already won twice here, it has yet to succeed when carrying a weight in the 70s, a hurdle that trainer Dylan Cunha hopes to overcome. Additional entries of note include Kevin Frost’s Documenting, Jack Jones’s Rogue Allegiance, and Harry Davies’s Shimmering Spin, the latter also debuting cheekpieces.
The racecard is rounded out with a series of other horses that could provide surprises throughout the afternoon. Racing enthusiasts are encouraged to stay connected via their mobile devices for the latest news, interviews and feature stories from the world of horse racing. The platform offers real‑time updates, ensuring fans never miss a beat.
At Wolverhampton, the Get Raceday Ready Handicap will be contested over the minimum distance. Seven horses will line up, with Tony Carroll’s Midnight Call seeking to extend his recent good form.
The mare, a daughter of the celebrated Caravaggio, has claimed five wins from her last eight outings, including three victories at this venue and over this distance. However, she now faces a career‑high weight, a challenge that will test her resilience.
Previous winner Shalaa Asker, who has been in fine form this winter with several wins and placings, returns under the guidance of Rob Hornby. Binadham, trained by Kevin Philippart De Foy, is another horse to watch.
After finishing sixth in the Norfolk Stakes as a two‑year‑old and taking third in both of his starts at Dunstall Park, Binadham will race in cheekpieces for the first time, hoping to secure his first win since his debut. Other horses to keep an eye on at Wolverhampton include Em Four, ridden by Saffie Osborne for Jamie Osborne, and Diomed Spirit, partnered with Stuart Williams. The day’s schedule continues with a series of international and domestic fixtures: 2.05 pm – Compiegne – Group Three Prix Hopper, a feature race featuring seven runners. 2.35 pm – Yarmouth – Novice Stakes, highlighted by Brilliant Star and Fanciulla Del West.
3.10 pm – Yarmouth – Pantile’s Gift attempts to overcome a penalty and secure back‑to‑back victories. 3.50 pm – Compiegne – Listed Prix du Mont Dore, with Olympic Story and Hamandio competing.
4.20 pm – Yarmouth – Eightthreeone aims for consecutive wins. 6.30 pm – Wolverhampton – Consistent Beaune pursues another all‑weather success. 6.42 pm – Ffos Las – Martalmix'jac faces off against Esperti.
7.00 pm – Wolverhampton – Star Marian looks to maintain an unbeaten 2026 record. 7.12 pm – Ffos Las – Largy Panic seeks to repeat his Kempton triumph for trainer Ben Clarke. The card concludes with a mention of the Le Mans meeting, described as an average card, rounding out a day that offers a blend of established talent, rising stars, and fresh equipment trials that will keep racing fans engaged from start to finish.