The King George weekend is kicking off at Ascot, and Sky Sports Racing will bring you live coverage of the exciting clash between Silver Dominion and Alfred Wallace. This meeting features the Listed Flexjet Pat Eddery Stakes, a race that promises to be a true test of class as the two colts meet again on the famed straight. Only two weeks ago, the pair showed their quality in the Group Two July Stakes at Newmarket, where Silver Dominion edged out Alfred Wallace to finish fourth and fifth respectively. That recent encounter gives the younger horse a clear psychological edge, and his connections are confident that he can translate that form into a decisive victory on the calmer ground at Ascot.
Veteran jockey Hector Crouch will be aboard the Oliver Cole-trained colt, and the trainer, based at Whatcombe, has spoken highly of his charge’s condition, describing him as being in "fine form" and ready to progress further. Alfred Wallace, however, is far from a simple opponent. The colt boasts a solid record and possesses the experience to make a serious challenge, especially if he gets a favorable break. Champion jockey Oisin Murphy, who rode Silver Dominion on his most recent outing, will take the mount on Alfred Wallace.
Murphy knows the favourite inside out, and his partnership with trainer Ed Walker has yielded a 24 percent strike rate over the years – a statistic that could sway punters toward the Kingsdown Stables runner. Another story on the card is the promising youngster Gymbaazy, who burst onto the scene by beating the odds‑on favourite at Sandown last month. Although he is still learning the nuances of the finish, his raw talent suggests he will improve with each run. Trainer Owen Burrows has a respectable 38 percent strike rate, having won three of his last eight starters, which adds confidence to Gymbaazy's prospects.
Other notable entries include Treasurer and Kach Above, who is aiming for a third consecutive win. The Sodexo Live! Handicap will also feature French Duke and Al Azd, both of which are expected to attract market interest. Al Azd, trained by Roger Varian, has shown steady improvement with each start and was only outclassed by Enceladus when he finished a strong second at the Royal meeting.
The combination of the horse’s proven ability and the suitability of the Ascot track makes him a threat, even though his rating has risen by eight pounds. French Duke, the top‑weight in the handicap, demonstrated his class with a victory at Meydan in January. However, his recent form has been mixed, and he will need to rediscover his best level to compete effectively against Al Azd, who carries the same weight. The five‑year‑old, owned by Wathnan Racing, has struggled in his three recent outings over the same distance at Ascot, but those were all highly competitive Royal Ascot fields.
Charlie Appleby’s Study Of Words is another contender that the form guide rates highly. After a disappointing short‑price reversal at Doncaster, the connections are eager for a bounce‑back performance, and the Ascot sprint could provide the perfect platform. The day also includes the Sports4Causes October Club EBF Fillies' Novice Stakes, a six‑furlong contest that showcases a range of promising fillies.
Among them, Blue Flight, who was entered in the Princess Margaret on Saturday, displayed a sharp change of gear when she claimed a maiden at Yarmouth on her debut. Riding for the Cheveley Park operation, Danny Muscutt retains the mount, and the filly’s early success suggests she could be a future star.
Another emerging talent is Ash Tree, who received a glowing endorsement from her trainer in a recent interview. She made a pleasing debut by winning at Nottingham, though she showed signs of inexperience.
With a few more runs under her belt, she is expected to improve and could be a factor for trainer Jane Chapple‑Hyam. Sorrengail, a relative of the noted sprinter Space Blues, finished an eye‑catching fourth in her debut at Newmarket, while Speed Of Sound took third. Both juveniles have solid claims in a deep field, and their connections will be looking to build on that early promise. Later in the program, the Class Three John Guest Racing Brown Jack Handicap at 3:30 pm will see Fireblade and Synergism go head‑to‑head.
Synergism has been placed inside the first three in each of his last three starts for Sir Mark Prescott, indicating consistent form. Kircher also merits attention after chasing home Align The Stars in the Northumberland Plate, although he has been given an additional two pounds for this outing. The card closes with the Sodexo Live! Fillies' Handicap at 5:12 pm, headlined by Desert Treasure and Paradise Walk, both of which are expected to be well‑supported by the betting public.
Beyond the flat races, the meeting features a handful of hurdles. Colegram makes her handicap debut for Dan Skelton in the Eaton Hall Shooting Ground Handicap Hurdle at Uttoxeter at 3:50 pm, where she will have to contend with the strong challenge posed by Rock Hurley.
Later, the Louise Hall Hen Party Handicap Hurdle at 4:25 pm offers Divilabother a chance to chase a hat‑trick. Finally, Chepstow will host a seven‑race flat card, with Kodi Fire slated to lead a field of seven in the feature LSL Racing Horse Sales Handicap at 7:01 pm. Sky Sports Racing will provide live updates, expert analysis, and exclusive interviews throughout the day, ensuring fans stay informed about every development on the track. Whether you are tracking the progress of Silver Dominion, betting on the handicap, or following the rising stars among the fillies, the Ascot card promises a full day of high‑quality racing action.