Monday’s racing schedule promises a full day of flat action, featuring meetings at both Wolverhampton and Yarmouth, all broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. Among the highlights is the full-sister of Legacy Link, Zhuri, who will contest the race against debutant Never An Angel for trainer Ed Walker.
Walker paid a hefty 460,000 guineas for Zhuri as a yearling, underscoring the high expectations surrounding the filly. Zhuri is a well‑bred mare making her second start on a racecourse, and this outing sees her stepping down in distance to seven furlongs. In her maiden run she showed promise but never got to finish the trip, so the shorter distance appears to suit her better.
Trainer Ed Walker has enjoyed a productive season with his two‑year‑old stable, achieving a 15 percent win rate. He brings the 460,000‑guineas No Nay Never‑progeny Never An Angel to the field, with jockey Kieran Shoemark slated to ride. Another notable name is Baaeed, whose early stallion career has been impressive. He is represented in this race by Faithful, a William Haggas‑trained filly from a strong family line.
Faithful is a half‑sister to Italy, a Group‑level performer for Aidan O’Brien, and shares connections with Bowmark, adding further depth to the entry list. Lady Jemima, a beautifully bred runner, brings the most experience of the group, having already contested three races.
Her most recent effort at Newmarket was encouraging, and the James Owen stable expects her to improve further on this day’s meeting. 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 breaking updates directly on a mobile device. Turning to the Wolverhampton card, Powder Monkey is targeting a third consecutive win in the Race & Rest – Wolverhampton Holiday Inn Handicap after previous victories at Wolverhampton and Lingfield. After a spell, Powder Monkey returned to win at Lingfield Park in August from a rating of 69, which lifted him to 74.
He has since defied the odds under the guidance of Billy Loughnane and now carries a rating of 78, with the champion‑jockey‑in‑waiting taking the reins again. Dublin Bay, who dominated by seven lengths back in May, received a ten‑pound penalty for that performance. Since then he has contested two higher‑class races with creditable runs, but will need to overcome a 12‑stall draw from the same rating to be competitive today.
Alfra Whiteburd, the top‑weight, earned a hat‑trick at Pontefract earlier in the summer for the Ivan Furtado operation. Though he has suffered two defeats since, his record of four wins on all‑weather surfaces makes him a serious contender as he returns to the synthetic track this evening. Sky Sports Racing continues to provide the latest horse‑racing headlines, exclusive interviews, and in‑depth features for enthusiasts across the UK and beyond. In the Haven Seashore Holiday Park Handicap, two highly rated runners, Box To Box and Cuff It, will clash with eight other horses.
Box To Box has not won in his last five outings and now carries a rating of 87, but his recent run at Chester suggested he could dominate when he took the lead at the furlong pole before being overtaken near the finish. Expect a bold, front‑running performance once again.
Cuff It is relatively untested, with only four career starts to his name. He made his handicap debut at York in a competitive Class Two race but found the company too strong. Dropping back to a Class Four contest today could give him the chance to showcase his ability. Lucky Hero arrives in good form, having won two of his last three starts.
His bid for a hat‑trick was thwarted in his most recent outing when he was narrowly beaten into third place after a win at Newmarket. A strong effort is still anticipated from this consistent performer.
The race card for the day includes several noteworthy fixtures: - 1:50 at Yarmouth – Awwjaan, an Irish‑bred filly entered in the 1000 Guineas, makes a return. - 3:35 at Yarmouth – Endless Quest, a filly out of the Wootton Bassett line, launches her career.
- 4:05 at Yarmouth – The clash between Box To Box and Cuff It. - 4:26 at Wolverhampton – Interesting Lion Of God steps out in a nursery race. - Additionally, a nine‑race card is scheduled at Deauville later in the week.
Overall, Monday offers a rich tapestry of racing action, from promising juveniles to seasoned campaigners, each looking to add a win to their record. Whether you are watching from home on Sky Sports Racing or following the live updates on your mobile, the day promises excitement, tactical battles, and the potential for breakthrough performances, especially from Zhuri as she chases that long‑awaited first victory at Yarmouth.