Sunday’s racing schedule promises a packed programme, highlighted by a day of flat racing at Ffos Las that will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. Among the featured contests is a deep field in the Celebrate In Style At The Bridge Novice Stakes, where the well‑known Frankel gelding Romanza steps down in class under the guidance of trainer Charlie Fellowes. Romanza, currently rated 90 after five starts this season, has consistently demonstrated the ability to compete at a high level.
Though he has yet to secure a win, his recent performances suggest that a breakthrough is imminent. In his last Listed outing he was only narrowly beaten, underscoring his competitiveness and indicating that he will be a formidable opponent for the rest of the field. Also attracting attention is Andrew Balding’s Silent Force, who has only raced once this year, finishing third at Newbury last month.
Despite the limited race record, the horse has been heavily promoted in recent form guides, and many punters will be wary of its potential, especially with Callum Hutchinson aboard. Another contender, Ghost Raider, has posted two solid runs at Kempton and York, positioning him as the leading challenger among the remaining entries.
The open Bridge, The Home Of The Carvery Nursery Handicap at 1:49 pm will see recent winner Rhodes Runner line up against seven rivals. Rhodes Runner, a filly trained by Ralph Beckett, broke her maiden in an impressive novice victory at Chester and appears to be the type of horse that can hold her own in competitive handicap races. Jamie Osborne will ride Blondie Larry, who makes his handicap debut carrying a rating of 73.
After finishing second in each of his last two starts, Blondie Larry looks like a serious threat, especially with William Carver in the saddle. The remainder of the field includes Naval Cop and Perigold Noir, both of which are expected to be among the better performers in the race. Racing fans are encouraged to stay up‑to‑date with the latest news, interviews, and feature stories by following Sky Sports Racing on their mobile devices. In another highlight, Campeona and Carthusian will clash in the challenging Happy Birthday Alex, From The Bridge Handicap, a two‑mile contest that will test stamina as much as speed.
Sir Mark Prescott’s Campeona enjoyed a rapid three‑win streak earlier in the summer but has been beaten in her last two attempts. Dropping down in class and switching to turf should improve her chances of returning to the winner’s circle. Carthusian, who made a promising stable debut for Jennie Candlish at Chester earlier in the month, may be able to extend that form over the longer distance.
Rounding out the five‑horse field are A Daughters Love, No Ordinary Joe and Queenie St Clair, each bringing their own strengths to the race. As always, Sky Sports Racing provides comprehensive coverage of the latest horse‑racing news, in‑depth interviews, and expert analysis for fans across the globe. Beyond the UK action, the global racing calendar continues with several notable events. At 7:45 am, the Manikato Stakes at Caulfield will feature Jimmysstar and Beiwacht as the headline contenders.
Shortly thereafter, at 7:40 am, the Group One Sprinters Stakes at Nakayama will showcase top sprint talent from Japan. Later in the day, at 12:40 pm, the Listed race at Craon will see Matsauri Bay and Spinning Lizzie among the featured runners.
These international fixtures add further excitement to an already bustling day of racing, offering enthusiasts a diverse array of high‑quality contests to follow.