The Tuesday racing schedule promises a full slate of all‑weather action at Southwell, with live coverage on Sky Sports Racing. The highlight of the day is the Southwell Cardinal Conditions Stakes, a high‑class opening contest that pits two promising three‑year‑olds, Yazin and Golden View, against a small field of just three runners. Yazin, a son of the notable New Bay, has already shown a knack for stepping up when given the chance. He debuted with a convincing win at Redcar in September, then followed that up with a solid performance in a novice race at Newmarket a month later.
In that Newmarket outing he proved his stamina by staying on strongly over seven furlongs, suggesting that the added distance of the Cardinal Conditions Stakes will suit him well. Adding to his prospects is the involvement of top jockey Ryan Moore, who, despite having only one Southwell ride in the past five years, brings a wealth of experience and a reputation for extracting the best from his mounts. Golden View, trained by Charlie Appleby and ridden by William Buick, is the other leading contender. This Dubawi‑sired colt boasts an attractive pedigree and made an immediate impact in his first race at Kempton in December, where he defeated Aqpan in a novice event.
The quality of that victory is underscored by the fact that Aqpan now carries a rating of 101, indicating that Golden View’s win was earned against a respectable opponent. With his pedigree, early speed, and a jockey who knows how to navigate the all‑weather surface, Golden View is expected to be very close to the winner.
Completing the trio is Intense Vision, trained by Oli Rix. While not as highly rated as the first two, the horse adds depth to the field and could prove a useful pace‑setter or even an upset factor if the race unfolds in an unexpected way.
The day’s second feature race is the Book The Bistro In Sherwood Restaurant Handicap, a six‑runner contest that has already attracted significant interest from bettors. Marnier, trained by the father‑son duo John and Thady Gosden, carries the top weight under jockey Rab Havlin.
Marnier is on a bit of a redemption mission after a disappointing run at Kempton, where he was well beaten on his return to the track. However, he has a win to his name in a Lingfield maiden from last summer, and his connections believe that the experience gained from his recent defeat will help him find a better position and possibly place in this handicap. Another strong candidate is Lady Ridgewood, who made her debut for trainer Peter Chapple‑Hyam back in August. She broke well from the gate and has been rated as an intriguing prospect by Ian Williams, who sees potential in her first‑run performance.
Her early speed and composure could make her a serious threat in the handicap. Among the other horses worth mentioning are Yaa Min, a solid performer who could capitalize on any opening, and New York Minute, a three‑time winner on the all‑weather circuit who will be looking to rediscover his winning form now that the distance has been shortened.
Both horses add depth to the field and could influence the final placings. In addition to the Southwell action, Sky Sports Racing offers a range of stories, interviews, and features that can be accessed on mobile devices, ensuring fans never miss a beat. The evening’s program also includes the Come Racing For Free 18th June Handicap at 7:00 p.m., where Raspoutine will attempt to overcome a six‑pound penalty.
Raspoutine, trained by Sir Mark Prescott, displayed improved form when he won his handicap debut at Lingfield earlier in the month, and the penalty is expected to be manageable for a horse of his calibre. Aneirin’s Sword, under the guidance of Jamie Osborne, commands respect after showing a consistent level of performance in races around this distance. His trainer has recently fitted the horse with blinkers for the first time, hoping to sharpen his focus and eke out additional progress. Other entries in the evening’s handicap include Action Reaction, who may improve his performance now that he is stepping up to a more suitable handicap distance, and Lexington Empress, trained by Marco Botti.
Lexington Empress narrowly missed a win at Wolverhampton and will be under the care of Marco Giani for this outing, making her a horse to watch. For those interested in international racing, the schedule also lists a few European contests. At Longchamp, a Listed race at 2:49 p.m. features Group Two winner Godspeed, who is expected to attract attention, while French Guineas third‑place finisher Mandanaba returns for trainer Graffard.
Later, at 3:27 p.m., another Longchamp Listed race will see 17 runners, including Jel Pepper for Oli Cole and Kieran Shoemark, and a horse named Take On Me. Finally, the day concludes with a race at Keeneland at 6:32 p.m., where two‑year‑old Wesley Ward‑trained Through The Years will take to the track, adding a touch of American juvenile talent to the global racing mix. Overall, Tuesday’s Southwell card offers a blend of promising young talent, seasoned handicappers, and international intrigue, making it a must‑watch for racing enthusiasts.
Whether you are rooting for the well‑bred prospects Yazin and Golden View, backing a seasoned handicap like Marnier, or following the rising stars in the evening’s global fixtures, there is plenty of excitement to be found on the all‑weather surface.