Tuesday promises a packed schedule of racing action, with three meetings broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing from Ffos Las, Wolverhampton and Yarmouth. The first race of the day will see a twelve‑horse field line up for the South West Rail Solutions Ltd Novices' Hurdle at Ffos Las. Nicky Henderson will ride Crystal Island, the promising youngster who impressed on his stable debut at Ascot in December.
The colt remains unbeaten under the rules and will be looking to confirm his early brilliance with another winning effort. His trainer will be hoping the familiar hurdles and the firm ground at Ffos Las suit his quick stride and tactical speed. Also featuring is Ben Pauling aboard Uptown Dandy, a six‑year‑old who has proved himself a consistent performer.
The gelding has finished inside the first three on six of his seven career starts, and his last outing over the same course and distance produced a winning run. Expect Pauling to ask for a forward‑placed ride, trusting the horse's proven turn of foot to deliver another strong finish.
Kings Champion returns after a disappointing run in February, where he showed early promise but faded as the race progressed in testing conditions. Now back on firmer ground, trainer Olly Murphy will give the gelding a longer trip in the hope that the added stamina will coax a second career victory. The horse’s pedigree suggests he thrives when given a little extra room to stretch his stride, making the upcoming race a perfect test. Other noteworthy runners include Rathkenny and Home Made Hero, both of whom have shown flashes of ability in recent outings, and Fairye Forth, who will be making his second start for trainer Rebecca Curtis.
Each of these horses brings a different set of strengths, and the race could be decided by the smallest margins. The penultimate race of the day takes place at Yarmouth, where a seven‑horse field will contest the AKS Skip Hire Services Handicap over seven furlongs. Among the entries, Philanthropist is a particularly intriguing prospect for James Fanshawe.
After a series of sub‑par performances, the four‑year‑old has been dropped back to his last winning distance and will be fitted with cheek‑pieces for the first time. The equipment change could sharpen his focus and give him the edge needed to rediscover his winning form. Miletus, trained by James Keane, has a habit of finishing second in recent contests.
The five‑year‑old will be trying to convert those near‑misses into a victory, aided by a first‑time hood that may help him settle better in the early stages. Keane believes the horse’s consistency over similar trips makes him a serious contender. William Stone’s Dashing Dick enjoyed a successful finish to last season, having justified his favoritism at Newmarket. The eight‑year‑old now steps back up to seven furlongs at Yarmouth, aiming for a sixth career win.
His experience over the distance should serve him well against younger rivals. Three‑time Yarmouth winner Gorgeous Mr George will open his 2026 campaign over a course and distance that have previously produced two victories for him.
However, Dylan Cunha’s four‑year‑old has yet to win when carrying a rating in the 70s, so the trainer will be keen to see if the horse can finally break that barrier. Other horses to watch include Kevin Frost’s Documenting, Jack Jones’s Rogue Allegiance, and Harry Davies’s Shimmering Spin, all of which will be wearing cheek‑pieces for the first time.
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At Wolverhampton, seven runners will line up for the Get Raceday Ready Handicap over the minimum distance. Tony Carroll’s Midnight Call will look to add another win to a recent string of solid performances.
The mare, a daughter of the celebrated Caravaggio, has been in fine form, winning five of her last eight starts, including three victories at this venue and distance. However, she now faces a career‑high weight assignment, a test of her resilience and class. Previous winner Shalaa Asker, who has enjoyed a strong winter campaign with multiple wins and placings, will be back in the saddle with Rob Hornby.
The horse’s recent form suggests he can handle the added burden and still finish strongly. Kevin Philippart De Foy’s Binadham is another interesting entry.
The horse finished sixth in the Norfolk Stakes as a two‑year‑old and has placed third in both of his starts at Dunstall Park. He will be trying cheek‑pieces for the first time as he seeks his first win since debuting, hoping the new equipment will sharpen his focus. Also on the card are Em Four, partnered with Saffie and Jamie Osborne, and Diomed Spirit, ridden by Stuart Williams. Both are expected to be competitive and could feature in the final stages of the race.
Later in the programme, the following fixtures are scheduled: - 2.05 pm – Compiegne – Group Three Prix Hopper – a seven‑horse field will contest this feature race. - 2.35 pm – Yarmouth – Novice Stakes – Brilliant Star and Fanciulla Del West will lead the field.
- 3.10 pm – Yarmouth – Pantile’s Gift aims to overcome a penalty and secure back‑to‑back victories. - 3.50 pm – Compiegne – Listed Prix du Mont Dore – Olympic Story and Hamandio are the highlighted runners. - 4.20 pm – Yarmouth – Eightthreeone seeks to add another win to his tally.
- 6.30 pm – Wolverhampton – Consistent Beaune pursues another all‑weather success. - 6.42 pm – Ffos Las – Martalmix’jac and Esperti will clash in a closely watched duel. - 7.00 pm – Wolverhampton – Star Marian looks to preserve a flawless 2026 record. - 7.12 pm – Ffos Las – Largy Panic aims to follow up his Kempton triumph for trainer Ben Clarke.
The day concludes with a modest card at Le Mans, offering a final opportunity for punters to place bets before the weekend’s racing action winds down. Overall, Tuesday’s programme offers a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent across three venues, providing ample excitement for racing enthusiasts and casual viewers alike.
Whether you are tracking the progress of a rising star like Crystal Island or hoping to see a seasoned veteran such as Dashing Dick add another win to his record, the day’s races promise plenty of drama, tactical battles and, hopefully, some memorable finishes.