Catch every moment of today’s live racing from Chepstow, Lingfield and Wolverhampton on Sky Sports Racing. The day’s card features a compelling showdown between two promising juveniles, Grove Street and Avionics, in the Bailey Family Investments / EBF Maiden Stakes. Grove Street, trained by Brian Meehan, announced his talent with a strong debut at Sandown, where he was narrowly beaten by Quest For Stars. That rival has since confirmed his class by taking a solid Stonehenge Stakes and a respectable novice win at Newbury.
Grove Street, therefore, is expected to be a serious contender, though Avionics could give him a run for his money. Avionics, a product of Andrew Balding’s stable, showed a marked improvement in a respectable run at Salisbury before a disappointing effort at Ffos Las, where he appeared too free in the closing stages. If he can settle this afternoon, the colt has the potential to challenge the favourite and perhaps even upset the odds. Also worth watching is the Wootton Bassett‑bred filly La Bassette, who earned a considerate ride in a solid contest at Glorious Goodwood and still possesses room for significant improvement.
Among the other entrants, newcomer Talamon, owned by George Boughey, is a half‑sibling to Grade 1 winner Fev Rover and could make an encouraging debut if he is ready to go. In the Free Tips on attheraces.com Handicap, the consistent My Old Mate is targeting a third successive win.
Since the introduction of headgear restrictions, Gary and Josh Moore’s charge has progressed with each start, including two effortless victories on the bounce at Windsor. Although a penalty now sees him carrying an extra 11 pounds, his recent performances suggest he will still finish well ahead of the field. Jockey Jude Fernandes, with a 7‑pound claim, could be decisive, as the horse has shown a clear affinity for the one‑mile distance. In other headlines, Hollie Doyle highlighted a French filly as a leading contender for the Nunthorpe Stakes, while Kevin Blake offered his Ebor Festival picks, including a 33/1 outsider for the Nunthorpe on day three.
Kalpana delivered a gutsy Yorkshire Oaks win, edging out Sparan Nua on the second day of the Ebor meeting. A race‑day roundup noted that Sir Michael Stoute blamed the ground for Ombudsman’s defeat in the Juddmonte International at York, and Doyle reiterated Kalpana’s hot form heading into the Oaks. For those tracking the form, the only other horse showing recent improvement is Henfield, who finished a close second at Lingfield and could pose the main challenge to the leaders. The relatively untested Perfect Ruler might also produce a career‑best effort; his May run at Redcar was compromised by trouble in the final furlong, leaving his true ability untapped.
The Wolverhampton handicap, promoted on VisitWolverhampton‑racecourse.co.uk, features two well‑regarded runners: Percy’s Lad and Spaceman. Percy’s Lad returned to winning ways after exploiting a low weight at Kempton last week and should be in a strong position again, especially since he is only five pounds above his career‑low. Spaceman, the least exposed of the group, impressed with a win at Dunstall Park and a credible showing on his handicap debut.
He is likely to continue his upward trajectory and could trouble the Fahey stable’s entries. Inside Story posted a career‑best performance, finishing a close second over the appropriate course and distance on his most recent start. Meanwhile, Haadeer still holds promise after a respectable third at Doncaster, suggesting further progress is possible this season. Overall, today’s card offers a blend of seasoned campaigners and emerging talent across three venues.
Whether you are a seasoned punter or a casual fan, the races promise excitement, tactical battles, and the chance to witness the next generation of stars in action. Stay tuned to Sky Sports Racing for live coverage, expert analysis, and up‑to‑the‑minute updates throughout the day.