The Monday card promises a full schedule of flat racing, featuring meetings at both Wolverhampton and Yarmouth, all broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. Among the highlights is the full sister of Legacy Link, a filly named Zhuri, who will take on the debutant Never An Angel in a contest for trainer Ed Walker. Walker paid a substantial 460,000 guineas for Zhuri as a yearling, reflecting the high expectations placed on the well‑bred mare.
Zhuri is making her second start on a racecourse, stepping down to a seven‑furlong distance after showing promise in longer trips without fully testing her stamina. The shorter trip is believed to suit her pedigree and running style better, giving her a realistic chance to break her maiden.
Ed Walker, who has enjoyed a 15 per cent strike rate with his two‑year‑old runners this season, enters the race with another high‑priced prospect – the No Nay Never‑produced filly Never An Angel – with jockey Kieran Shoemark slated to ride. Among the older horses, Baaeed, who has begun his stud career brightly, is represented by the William Haggas‑trained filly Faithful. Faithful comes from a strong family; she is a half‑sister to Italy, a Group‑level performer for Aidan O’Brien, and shares connections with Bowmark, adding depth to her pedigree and suggesting she could be a useful indicator of Baaeed’s emerging influence as a sire. Another well‑bred entrant, Lady Jemima, is the most experienced of the field, having already contested three races.
She recently produced a encouraging effort at Newmarket and is expected to improve further under the guidance of trainer James Owen. Her continued development could see her become a consistent performer in the juvenile ranks. For fans who want to stay up‑to‑date with the latest racing news, interviews and feature stories, the Sky Sports Racing app offers a convenient way to receive real‑time updates directly on a mobile device. Moving to the Wolverhampton card, Powder Monkey is aiming to secure a third consecutive win in the Race & Rest – Wolverhampton Holiday Inn Handicap.
After victories at Wolverhampton and Lingfield, the horse returned from a brief spell with a win at Lingfield Park in August, improving his official rating from 69 to 74. Since then he has continued to defy the odds, guided by Billy Loughnane, and now carries a rating of 78 as he lines up for another ride by the champion‑jockey‑in‑waiting.
Dublin Bay, who recorded a dominant seven‑length victory back in May, was penalised ten pounds for that performance. Although he has run creditably in tougher company over his next two starts, he will need to overcome a stall 12 draw and the weight penalty to repeat his earlier dominance. Alfra Whiteburd, the top‑weight in his race, enjoyed a hat‑trick of wins at Pontefract for trainer Ivan Furtado during the summer.
Although he has not won in his two subsequent outings, his proven ability on all‑weather surfaces – four victories to date – makes him a serious contender as he returns to the synthetic track this evening. In another competitive feature, the Haven Seashore Holiday Park Handicap will see two well‑rated horses, Box To Box and Cuff It, clash. Box To Box has not won in his last five starts and is currently rated at 87, but he demonstrated his class at Chester when he led comfortably at the furlong pole before being overtaken near the finish. Expect him to be aggressive again.
Cuff It is relatively unexposed, having only four career starts. He made his handicap debut at York in a strong class‑two race but found the competition too sharp.
Dropped back to a class‑four contest today, he could be in a position to improve his form. Lucky Hero also appears in good form, having won two of his last three outings. His attempt at a hat‑trick was thwarted when he finished a close third after a win at Newmarket, suggesting he remains a serious threat. The card also includes several notable juvenile prospects: at 1.50 pm at Yarmouth, Awwjaan – an Irish‑bred filly entered for the 1000 Guineas – makes a return; at 3.35 pm, the Wootton Bassett‑produced filly Endless Quest will debut; at 4.05 pm, the Box To Box versus Cuff It showdown unfolds; and at 4.26 pm, the promising youngster Interesting Lion Of God will make his nursery debut at Wolverhampton.
Finally, the French meeting at Deauville will feature a nine‑race card, rounding out a bustling day of racing across the UK and beyond. Overall, Monday offers a blend of emerging talent, seasoned campaigners, and high‑stakes contests that should satisfy both casual viewers and seasoned punters. Whether you are tracking the progress of a promising filly like Zhuri, rooting for a seasoned handicap star such as Powder Monkey, or simply enjoying the thrill of juvenile debuts, there is plenty to watch and discuss. Stay tuned to Sky Sports Racing for live commentary, post‑race analysis, and all the storylines that make flat racing such an exciting sport.