Tuesday promises a packed programme of racing action across three venues – Bath, Sedgefield and Wolverhampton – all of which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. Among the highlights are two promising two‑year‑old fillies, Divide And Conquer and Al Qayed, who will contest the British EBF Future Stayers' Novice Stakes at Bath.
This race has a short but intriguing pedigree of winners: Hopewell Rock claimed the 2024 edition before the Juddmonte International victor, Item, took the prize in 2025, indicating that the race can serve as a springboard for future Group‑level performers. Both Divide And Conquer and Al Qayed arrive in Bath with the most compelling recent form of the entries.
Al Qayed made a modest debut, finishing well behind the unbeaten Bin Jahwar, but showed enough promise to improve to a third‑place finish in his next start, trailing the horse that would later secure a place in the Royal Lodge Stakes, Quicken Away. The filly appeared a little uneasy on the heavy ground of that outing and seemed somewhat raw, suggesting that the additional experience at Bath could see her settle and progress further. Divide And Conquer, a filly purchased for a striking 320,000 guineas as a yearling, impressed on her first start by taking second place despite being bumped twice in the final half‑furlong.
The horse that finished third in that race has since gone on to win at Haydock, underscoring the quality of the competition she faced. With a solid debut behind her, Divide And Conquer is expected to take a step forward on her second start, especially given her strong pedigree and the confidence shown by her connections.
Two other newcomers, Political Resident and Next Best, also carry significant stamina in their bloodlines. Both may be earmarked for their first runs today, and their staying influences could make them useful factors if the race unfolds over a testing distance. The card also features a tricky Winning Connection Conference Hire Handicap Chase, headlined by Passengerontheship and Thank You Blue. Passengerontheship has progressed rapidly over fences, stringing together a series of five‑week wins that culminated in late June.
During that spell he has been weighted up by 28 pounds, a testament to his improving form, but a recent effort over a 110‑pound mark proved too demanding. His last run saw him off the bridle early, and while he remains a competitive chaser, the evidence suggests that dropping back in distance may not suit his style.
Thank You Blue, by contrast, appears to relish a return to a more suitable trip after a six‑furlong step‑up proved beyond his optimal range. He was travelling well before a mistake at the final fence cost him on his penultimate start. The nine‑year‑old could therefore produce a career‑best effort over fences today, especially if the ground and pace suit his strengths.
Tanking Along is another horse to watch. Having won both of his previous starts at Cartmel over fences, he is well‑handicapped and could be a significant factor if he replicates that form at Bath. Conversely, Four Decades has yet to make an impact over hurdles or fences and will need a dramatic improvement to contend. In addition to the British action, the attheraces.com/marketmovers Maiden Stakes will feature Arabian Summer, a well‑bred Arabian trained by Saeed bin Suroor returning from a 23‑month lay‑off.
Arabian Summer is a half‑sister to the Prix Chaudenay winner and Dubai Gold Cup runner‑up Manobo and displayed early speed over six furlongs on debut. Suroor’s reputation for reviving horses after long breaks suggests that Arabian Summer could be a genuine contender, though she will face race‑fit rivals who have been active throughout the season.
Gold Star Glazing, despite being the most exposed runner in his division, set a respectable standard in his last outing by bumping into the promising Wathnan‑owned Storm Force. With his experience, he could improve his performance over a seven‑furlong distance. Battlefield Boy made a promising debut with a third‑place finish at Lingfield earlier in the month, while Missmisfortune also showed similar form with a third on debut at Kempton.
Both youngsters have shown the potential to develop quickly if given the right conditions. The schedule for the day includes several key fixtures: - 2.02 pm at Bath – Decalogue looks to build on his recent Kempton success. - 4.02 pm at Bath – A competitive sprint handicap featuring the in‑form trio of Maharajas Express, South Shore and Alondra.
- 4.15 pm at Sedgefield – Jet Of Dreams aims to replicate last year’s victory over the same distance. - 4.45 pm at Sedgefield – Close House and Red Shea will try to extend the promise shown in their bumper debuts. - Chantilly – A series of informative maidens and a Listed contest provide further opportunities for emerging talent. - Marseille‑Borely – The day concludes with a seven‑race card offering a mix of novice and seasoned runners.
Fans can stay up‑to‑date with the latest horse racing news, interviews and feature stories on Sky Sports Racing’s website and mobile app, ensuring they never miss a beat of the action. The breadth of talent on display today, from seasoned campaigners to promising juveniles making their first steps, underscores why British flat and National Hunt racing continues to captivate audiences worldwide.