Tuesday promises a packed racing schedule, with three venues—Bath, Sedgefield and Wolverhampton—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 reputation for spotting future talent; in 2024 Hopewell Rock captured the event before going on to win the Juddmonte International, and in 2025 the same race was won by the later Group‑level performer Item. Both Divide And Conquer and Al Qayed arrive with the strongest recent form among the entries, making them the ones to watch.
Al Qayed’s debut was a learning experience. He broke his maiden on heavy ground, finishing well behind the unbeaten Bin Jahwar.
The filly showed raw ability but seemed uncomfortable on the testing surface, which is understandable for a first run. In her second outing she improved markedly, securing third place behind Quicken Away, a horse that later earned a place in the Royal Lodge Stakes. That performance suggests Al Qayed is still developing and should benefit from the extra race‑course exposure.
The heavy going that day may have masked her true potential, and the lighter ground at Bath could allow her to settle more comfortably and demonstrate the stamina hinted at in her pedigree. Divide And Conquer, a filly purchased for £320,000 as a yearling, also displayed considerable promise on debut. She ran second after being bumped twice in the final half‑furlong, a testament to her tenacity and speed. The horse that beat her in that race has since taken a victory at Haydock, indicating that Divide And Conquer was competing against high‑quality opposition from the outset.
With a second start under her belt, she is expected to progress further, especially if she can secure a clean run without interference. Her breeding suggests a blend of speed and staying power, making her a versatile contender in novice staying events. Two other newcomers, Political Resident and Next Best, are also worth noting.
Both carry stamina‑rich pedigrees, which could make them suitable for longer distances as they mature. Their first race outings are still pending, but the trainers have hinted that they possess the endurance needed for staying contests, and they may be given opportunities later in the meeting. Turning to the chase program, the Winning Connection Conference Hire Handicap Chase features the seasoned campaigners Passengerontheship and Thank You Blue as the leading entries.
Passengerontheship has shown rapid improvement over fences, stringing together a series of five‑week wins that culminated in a strong performance in late June. During that spell he was lifted by 28 pounds, a clear sign that the handicapper recognises his rising ability. However, his most recent run saw him drift off the bridle early, suggesting that a shorter trip might not suit his stamina‑focused style. Thank You Blue, a nine‑year‑old veteran, appears eager to return to a more suitable distance after an ambitious six‑furlong step‑up proved too taxing.
In his penultimate start he made a mistake at the final fence, costing him a better placing. With the trip shortened and the ground likely more forgiving, he could produce a career‑best effort, leveraging his experience and the favourable conditions.
Another contender, Tanking Along, has been unbeaten over fences at Cartmel, winning both of his starts there. If he is entered at Bath, he could be a serious threat, especially if the handicap marks him favorably. Conversely, Four Decades has yet to make a mark over hurdles or fences and will need a dramatic improvement to be competitive in this contest. In the flat racing segment, Saeed bin Suroor’s Arabian Summer returns after a 23‑month hiatus to contest the attheraces.com/marketmovers Maiden Stakes.
Arabian Summer is a half‑sister to Manobo, the Prix Chaudenay winner and Dubai Gold Cup runner‑up, indicating a strong bloodline. On debut she displayed speed over six furlongs, and Suroor is renowned for patiently bringing horses back to peak condition after long breaks.
While she may be slightly behind race‑fit rivals, her pedigree and the trainer’s expertise could make her a dark horse. Gold Star Glazing, despite being the most exposed runner, has shown a respectable level of ability, having bumped into the promising Storm Force (owned by Wathnan) in his last outing. At seven furlongs he could utilise his experience to improve his placing, especially if the pace suits his running style. Two other promising juveniles are Battlefield Boy, who impressed with a third‑place finish at Lingfield earlier this month, and Missmisfortune, who mirrored that performance with a third on debut at Kempton.
Both have shown early speed and could be competitive in their respective maiden contests. The meeting’s race card includes several noteworthy contests: at 2:02 in Bath, Decalogue aims to build on his recent Kempton success; at 4:02 in Bath, an in‑form trio—Maharajas Express, South Shore and Alondra—will contest a competitive sprint handicap. Over at Sedgefield, Jet Of Dreams will attempt to repeat his previous year’s victory at the same distance at 4:15, while at 4:45 Close House and Red Shea look to extend the promise shown in their bumper debuts. Additional action includes informative maidens and a Listed contest at Chantilly, as well as a seven‑race card at Marseille‑Borely.
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