The racing schedule for Tuesday promises a full slate of All‑Weather action at Southwell, broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing, and the highlight of the day is the opening Southwell Cardinal Conditions Stakes. This race pits two promising three‑year‑olds, Yazin and Golden View, against each other in a compact field of just three runners, setting the stage for a compelling contest. Yazin, a son of the celebrated New Bay, has already begun to make a name for himself. He debuted with a convincing win at Redcar in September, then followed that up with a solid performance in a Newmarket novice the following month.
Over the seven‑furlong distance at Newmarket, Yazin displayed a powerful turn of foot, suggesting that the extra distance of the Cardinal Conditions Stakes – a step up to a longer trip – should suit his stamina and cruising speed. Adding to his credentials, Yazin will be guided by veteran jockey Ryan Moore. Although Moore’s experience at Southwell is limited – he has only ridden there once in the past five years – his skill and tactical acumen are expected to extract the best from the colt, especially given Yazin’s demonstrated ability to stay on strongly in the latter stages of a race. The other main contender, Golden View, is trained by the well‑known Charlie Appleby and will be partnered with William Buick.
This Dubawi‑sired colt boasts an attractive pedigree and turned heads with a striking debut at Kempton in December, where he beat the well‑regarded Aqpan in a novice event. That victory was subsequently reinforced when the runner‑up, now rated 101, confirmed the quality of Golden View’s performance, indicating that the colt should be very competitive in the upcoming Southwell contest.
Buick’s familiarity with the horse, combined with his own experience on all‑weather surfaces, positions Golden View as a serious threat for the win. Rounding out the trio is Intense Vision, trained by Oli Rix.
While less heralded than the other two, Intense Vision has shown promise in previous outings and could prove a useful factor if the race develops into a tightly contested finish. The small size of the field means each horse will have ample space to settle into a rhythm, but it also amplifies the importance of a well‑timed ride and the ability to adapt to the fast‑pace that all‑weather tracks often produce. Beyond the headline race, Southwell will also stage the Book The Bistro In Sherwood Restaurant Handicap, a quality six‑horse contest that is shaping up to be another betting favorite. Marnier, trained by the father‑son duo John and Thady Gosden and ridden by Rab Havlin, carries the top weight in this race.
Marnier’s recent form has been a little mixed; after a disappointing run at Kempton, he is looking to bounce back. He previously captured a maiden at Lingfield last summer, and his connections hope that the experience of his recent defeat will sharpen his resolve and help him find a winning position in the handicap. Lady Ridgewood, a filly who made her final start for Peter Chapple‑Hyam in August, is also slated to contest the handicap.
She arrives as an intriguing debutant for trainer Ian Williams, and her previous outing suggests she possesses the speed and stamina required to compete over the all‑weather surface. Other notable entries include Yaa Min, a horse that has shown consistency in previous handicaps, and New York Minute, a three‑time winner on all‑weather tracks who will be looking to rediscover his winning form now that the distance has been shortened.
In addition to the main card, the evening will feature a free‑to‑watch race at 7:00 p.m., the Come Racing For Free 18th June Handicap, where Raspoutine will attempt to overcome a six‑pound penalty. Raspoutine, trained by Sir Mark Prescott, displayed improved form when he captured his handicap debut at Lingfield earlier in the month. The added weight may test his resilience, but his recent momentum suggests he could still be a strong contender.
Another noteworthy runner is Aneirin’s Sword, who will be ridden by Jamie Osborne. The horse has shown solid form when racing off the marks, and his trainer has decided to fit him with blinkers for the first time in an effort to sharpen his focus and extract a further performance boost.
Among the remaining entries, Action Reaction is expected to improve now that he is stepping up to tackle handicaps, while Lexington Empress, trained by Marco Botti and now under the guidance of Marco Giani, narrowly missed out on a win at Wolverhampton and will be keen to make up for that shortfall. For fans who want to stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing news, interviews, and feature stories, Sky Sports Racing offers a mobile platform that delivers breaking news and in‑depth coverage directly to smartphones. The network’s comprehensive coverage ensures that viewers can follow every twist and turn of the Southwell meeting, from the opening stakes to the evening’s handicap battles. Looking further afield, the program also highlights a few international fixtures that may catch the interest of punters.
At ParisLongchamp, a Listed race at 2:49 p.m. will see Group Two winner Godspeed draw attention, while the French Guineas third‑placed Mandanaba, trained by Graffard, will also be in the mix.
Later in the day, another Listed contest at 3:27 p.m. features a field of seventeen runners, with Jel Pepper representing trainer Oli Cole and jockey Kieran Shoemark, and Take On Me also listed as a horse to watch. Finally, at Keeneland in the United States, the two‑year‑old sprinter Through The Years, trained by Wesley Ward, will take to the track at 6:32 p.m., offering a glimpse of future talent on the American circuit. Overall, Tuesday’s Southwell meeting promises a blend of high‑profile match‑ups and intriguing handicaps, providing ample excitement for racing enthusiasts.
Whether you are rooting for the youthful vigor of Yazin, the pedigree‑rich promise of Golden View, or any of the seasoned campaigners in the handicap, the day’s action is set to deliver memorable moments and potentially uncover the next rising star in British flat racing.