Saturday promises a packed racing schedule, featuring flat meetings at both Ascot and Newcastle, all broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. The highlight of a beautiful Ascot card will be the tote.co.uk Money Back 2nd Handicap, where Heyzoom is expected to attract a lot of support from the Owen Burrows stable. Heyzoom, a gelding who last ran a respectable fourth in the King George V Stakes at Royal Ascot, is coming back after a brief spell. He now has the talented Saffie Osborne aboard, and his recent form has been highlighted on several occasions by the betting public.
With a weight of 90 pounds, he should be well‑placed to contest the race. Marco Botti will ride Archers Bay, a horse that recently secured a course‑and‑distance handicap victory. Botti praised the way Archers Bay handled the extra distance, and the seven‑pound penalty he now carries makes him a serious contender.
Two other horses worth considering as each‑way options are Ancestor and Into The Light, both of which have shown promise in recent outings. The opening Schweppes Handicap at 1:40 p.m. features a high‑class field headlined by Addison Grey and Thunder Call.
Addison Grey, trained by Clive Cox, bounced back with a decisive win in a Newbury handicap last month and has yet to be tested over the seven‑furlong distance at Ascot. Thunder Call, meanwhile, has been improving with each start this season. He finished a creditable second at the Shergar Cup meeting over six furlongs, and the step up to seven furlongs should suit his stamina. Also in the mix is Moet & Chandon International runner‑up Two Tribes, who has earned a place on the shortlist, and Ghost Mode, who returns quickly after a respectable fifth‑place finish at Goodwood.
For fans who want to stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing stories, interviews and features, the Sky Sports Racing app provides instant access to all the news you need. Turning to Newcastle, Dark Angel Light is a strong contender in the Mini Golf At High Gosforth Park Fillies' Handicap. The three‑year‑old, a Doncaster novice winner for Jack Channon, is now under the care of new trainer Julie Camacho and starts with an opening mark of 75 pounds. Topweight Lady Kodiac has shown her best form on all‑weather surfaces and could repeat the impressive second‑place performance she delivered at Newmarket in May.
Anaisa, who has recently slipped to a more favorable weight after a dip in form, also presents a potential threat and should not be overlooked. Further race cards include: - 2:45 p.m. Ascot – Godolphin’s Dannahue, a close relative of Lazuli, is expected to perform well. - 4:00 p.m.
Ascot – Orion’s Belt and Tryst lead the field. - 4:35 p.m. Ascot – A Class Two contest featuring Ferrous, American Gulf and twelve other runners. - 5:20 p.m.
Newcastle – A promising novice race with Reformation among nine entries. - 5:47 p.m. Newcastle – Another novice event featuring Geometry and Crystal Dark.
- 9:56 p.m. Kentucky Downs – The Kentucky Turf Cup, where Ethical Diamond and Tiffany will clash.
- 10:36 p.m. Kentucky Downs – The Nashville Derby, headlined by Glacius and Causeway, offering a valuable purse. - 10:45 p.m.
Saratoga – Grade One Spinaway Stakes, showcasing a strong two‑year‑old field. - 2:00 a.m. Del Mar – Grade One Del Mar Debutante Stakes, a premier event for juvenile fillies. These races provide a diverse range of opportunities for both seasoned punters and casual fans alike.
Whether you are tracking the progress of a returning gelding like Heyzoom, evaluating the form of emerging novices at Newcastle, or eyeing the high‑stakes contests in the United States, there is plenty of action to follow. Stay tuned to Sky Sports Racing for live coverage, expert analysis, and the latest updates from the world of horse racing.