Yazin Takes on Golden View in Southwell Showdown

The Tuesday racing schedule promises a full slate of all‑weather action at Southwell, broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing, and the highlight is undoubtedly the opening Southwell Cardinal Conditions Stakes. This race features a compelling duel between two promising three‑year‑olds, Yazin and Golden View, who will lead a modest field of three runners. Yazin, a son of the acclaimed New Bay and trained by the renowned John and Thady Gosden, is stepping up in class after a promising debut.

He broke his maiden at Redcar in September, winning comfortably, and followed that up with a solid performance in a novice race at Newmarket the following month. Over the seven‑furlong distance he displayed a strong finishing kick, suggesting that the longer seven‑and‑a‑half furlongs at Southwell will suit his stamina.

Adding to his prospects, the experienced Ryan Moore will be aboard. Although Moore has only ridden at Southwell once in the past five years, his skill and tactical acumen could prove decisive in a race where pace and positioning are crucial. Golden View, trained by Charlie Appleby and partnered with William Buick, presents the primary challenge to Yazin.

This Dubawi‑sired colt boasts an attractive pedigree and made an impressive debut at Kempton in December, where he overcame Aqpan in a novice event. That performance was further validated when the runner‑up was later rated 101, indicating that Golden View’s winning time was of a high standard. With the added benefit of a proven jockey in Buick, who has a strong record on all‑weather tracks, Golden View is expected to be a serious contender for the prize. Completing the trio is Intense Vision, trained by Oli Rix.

While less heralded than his rivals, Intense Vision brings a respectable set of credentials and could capitalize on any mis‑step by the front‑runners. Beyond the headline race, the six‑runner Book The Bistro In Sherwood Restaurant Handicap also promises intrigue. The Gosden‑trained Marnier, carrying the top weight under jockey Rab Havlin, is on a redemption mission after a disappointing run at Kempton.

Marnier, who secured a maiden victory at Lingfield last summer, may have learned from his recent defeat and could be poised to return to form, especially given the relatively forgiving nature of the all‑weather surface. Lady Ridgewood, a filly who made her final start for Peter Chapple‑Hyam in August, is another strong candidate.

Now under the guidance of trainer Ian Williams, she offers a fresh perspective and could surprise the field with her speed and adaptability. Additional horses to watch include Yaa Min, a well‑run contender, and New York Minute, a three‑time winner on the all‑weather circuit who will be stepping back down in trip. Both have the experience to challenge for a place if the race unfolds favorably.

For fans who want to stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing news, interviews, and features, Sky Sports Racing provides a mobile-friendly platform that delivers real‑time updates and in‑depth analysis directly to your phone. The evening program continues with the Come Racing For Free 18th June Handicap at 7:00 pm, featuring Raspoutine, who will attempt to overcome a six‑pound penalty. Trained by Sir Mark Prescott, Raspoutine showed marked improvement when he won his handicap debut at Lingfield earlier in the month. Carrying the penalty should not deter him, and he could be the horse to watch for a string of consecutive victories.

Aneirin’s Sword, under the care of Jamie Osborne, also merits attention. The horse has displayed consistent form when racing off the pace and his trainer has recently equipped him with blinkers for the first time, hoping to sharpen his focus and extract additional performance. Other notable entries include Action Reaction, who may finally fulfill his potential now that he is contesting handicaps, and Lexington Empress, trained by Marco Botti.

Lexington Empress was narrowly denied a win at Wolverhampton and will be under the guidance of Marco Giani, who will be looking to turn that near‑miss into a victory. Turning to the international scene, the 2:49 ParisLongchamp Listed race will see Group Two winner Godspeed attract attention, while French Guineas third‑place finisher Mandanaba returns for Graffard.

Later, at 3:27, another ParisLongchamp Listed event features a large field of seventeen runners, including Jel Pepper for Oli Cole and Kieran Shoemark, as well as Take On Me, both of which could make an impact. Finally, at 6:32, the Keeneland meeting showcases Wesley Ward’s two‑year‑old Through The Years, a promising juvenile who could add to Ward’s impressive record with a strong performance. Overall, Tuesday’s all‑weather card at Southwell offers a blend of emerging talent, seasoned campaigners, and strategic match‑ups that should keep racing enthusiasts engaged from start to finish. Whether you are tracking the Yazin‑Golden View duel, betting on the Book The Bistro Handicap, or following the evening’s international contests, there is plenty of excitement on the horizon.