Windsor will take center stage on Monday as Sky Sports Racing broadcasts a six‑race flat meeting from the historic venue. The highlight of the card is the Fitzdares Sprint Series Final Handicap, a six‑furlong contest in which Badri is aiming to add a fourth win to his record.
Badri has proven to be a valuable asset for his connections. Over the course of 75 starts he has secured 15 victories, and his recent form has been particularly impressive.
The last three outings, all at Pontefract, resulted in wins, propelling his official rating from 89 up to 99 – the highest figure he has carried since March 2024. This upward trajectory suggests that Badri is in peak condition and ready to take on the challenge of the feature race at Windsor. Also returning to the Windsor track is Another Abbot, who will be looking to build on a strong performance two weeks ago when he excelled over the same course and distance.
Earlier in the season he produced a respectable run behind Amazing Journey, a horse that later captured the International Handicap on King George Day at Ascot. That pedigree of form bodes well for Another Abbot, and he could prove difficult for his rivals to beat. Consistently placed, Sudden Flight has finished second in each of his last three starts, including a recent effort that saw him finish just behind Another Abbot two weeks prior.
Although he has not broken his winless streak since July of last year, the horse appears to be benefiting from a more favorable weight assignment under trainer William Haggas. With the added advantage of a lighter burden, Sudden Flight is expected to be a serious contender for the win.
The Fitzdares Nursery Handicap will see two former winners, Harry Knows and Keep Kicking On, clash for supremacy. Harry Knows secured a stylish victory in his previous Windsor appearance and was subsequently assigned a three‑pound penalty. While that increase may test his limits, it is unlikely to be enough to halt his momentum, and he will be eager to continue his winning run.
Keep Kicking On, meanwhile, arrives on the back of his maiden success at Windsor, having crossed the finish line comfortably three weeks ago. The horse has shown a clear affinity for the track and the distance, and there is a strong possibility that he will add another win to his burgeoning résumé. Representing the Bow Echo stable is This Moment, a horse that is stepping down into a nursery race for the first time. Carrying a modest 79 pounds, he should be given due consideration, especially given the impressive performances of his trainers George Boughey and Billy Loughnane throughout the season.
This Moment also marks his first start after a gelding operation, adding an extra layer of interest to his campaign. The Find Us At Fitzdares.com Apprentice Handicap will be headlined by Mythological Star, who will be shouldering a six‑pound penalty for his recent triumph at Ffos Las. The gelding, a half‑brother to the notable Astro King, enjoyed a fourth‑place finish in his most recent outing, having previously secured a comfortable win. His penultimate start saw him narrowly miss out on victory, but he entered that race as a well‑backed favorite and justified the confidence placed in him with a strong performance for owners Daniel and Claire Kubler.
Hello Cotai, another contender, was disappointed at Epsom last month after a lackluster finish, but that result followed a win at Windsor and a commendable third place at Epsom. Although he ended up last of four in his most recent start, there is still reason to believe he may be the best of the field on the day, given his demonstrated ability to handle the course. Overall, the Windsor meeting promises a blend of proven talent, rising stars, and horses looking to rebound from recent setbacks.
With Badri targeting a four‑race winning streak, Another Abbot aiming to replicate his earlier success, and a host of other competitive entries, spectators can expect a thrilling series of sprints and handicaps. Sky Sports Racing will deliver live coverage, allowing fans to follow every stride, every tactical move, and every finish line celebration as these equine athletes vie for glory on the Windsor turf.