Friday promises a packed racing schedule at Ffos Las, with the day’s flat programme being broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The first feature of the card is the Ascona Ladies Fuelled By Fashion Handicap, a high‑profile contest that pits two well‑known runners, Sixtygeesbaby and Safari Dream, against each other in a six‑horse field. Sixtygeesbaby has been hinting at a resurgence in recent outings. After a series of modest performances, the gelding broke his duck earlier this month by winning a handicap at Carlisle, showing that the form that once made him a regular in the upper echelons of the sprint scene may be returning.
If he can replicate that winning effort at Ffos Las, he will be very much in the mix for the prize. Safari Dream, on the other hand, is the clear favourite for trainer Rod Millman and jockey Finley Marsh. The horse’s official rating was considerably higher in previous seasons, and after a period of under‑performance he has rediscovered his winning ways over this particular course and distance. Despite a modest two‑pound penalty being added to his weight, he remains an attractive option for punters who appreciate a horse that can produce a turn of foot when it matters.
Among the remaining runners, Pull The Rug could be the dark horse that surprises the field. The horse has shown decent form in lesser handicaps and may benefit from the pace scenario that often unfolds in these tightly contested races.
Later in the afternoon, at 3.20pm, the programme offers a more intimate affair – the Ascona Ladies In Lace Maiden Stakes – featuring only three entries. The first of these is Korbut, a filly who has already earned a silver medal in five of her seven starts, including an impressive streak of four consecutive placings this summer. Rated at 73, Korbut possesses the class to make a bold bid for victory if she can reproduce the same level of performance on the turf as she did on the synthetic surface. Next up is Reader, saddled by the experienced trainer Marcus Tregoning.
Reader’s official figures are modest, reflecting a light racing résumé, but the horse has shown a willingness to stay the longer distance and could have untapped stamina that will come to the fore as the race unfolds. The third contender is Likeness, who makes a debut for trainer Jack Channon after departing from the George Boughey stable. With a top rating of 74, Likeness is highly regarded, but she will be returning after a lengthy 138‑day spell away from the track. Bettors will be watching her closely to see how she handles the comeback and whether she can live up to her high rating.
For fans who want to stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing stories, interviews, and feature pieces, Sky Sports Racing’s mobile platform offers a convenient way to receive breaking news and in‑depth analysis straight to their phones. At 2.45pm the card presents the Ascona Ladies Chic Fashion Handicap, a showdown between Kaleidoscope Eyes and Oviedo.
Oviedo’s résumé includes a third‑place finish in an Acomb handicap back in 2022, and he now competes in a lower‑class bracket for the Alexandra Dunn yard. He demonstrated that he still possesses a considerable turn of foot when he won by a stunning twelve lengths at this very track just a week ago, and he carries a relatively light five‑pound penalty. Kaleidoscope Eyes, while not a frequent winner, has shown resilience.
After narrowly missing out on a win here in July, she bounced back with a victory in her next start and appears primed to repeat that form. Her ability to settle off the pace and unleash a late surge could make her a serious threat if the race unfolds at a moderate tempo. Other runners worth noting include Cypriot Diaspora, trained by Rod Millman, who may benefit from the pace and could finish strongly if the race suits his running style. Racing enthusiasts can also catch the latest updates, interviews, and feature articles from Sky Sports Racing, ensuring they never miss a beat in the fast‑moving world of horse racing.
Finally, at 2.15pm the program lists Clairefontaine, described as an interesting contest. While details are sparse, the race is expected to provide a competitive field that could produce an unexpected winner, adding another layer of excitement to an already action‑packed day at Ffos Las.