National Hunt enthusiasts can tune in on Tuesday for live coverage of the Worcester and Sedgefield meetings on Sky Sports Racing. The centerpiece of the Worcester card is the CopyBet Follow Us On X Handicap Chase, the most valuable contest of the afternoon, where two seasoned chasers, Dartan and Snipe, will clash for the prize. Dartan, rated 130, steps down from the drop‑in class after a disappointing run in a handicap hurdle at Haydock in April, where he finished well behind the leaders.
Since that outing the gelding has undergone wind‑surgery, a procedure that often yields a noticeable improvement in stamina and breathing. Although his chase record currently reads zero wins from four attempts, trainer and connections are hopeful that the operation will unlock his latent ability.
Champion jockey Sean Bowen will retain the reins for this ride, adding a touch of experience to the partnership. Facing Dartan is Snipe, a product of the Dan Skelton yard, who has demonstrated a greater affinity for fences. Over larger obstacles Snipe has secured four victories from 24 starts, indicating a solid if not spectacular record. His most recent effort was a narrow defeat—a short‑head loss—in a three‑runner contest at Warwick last month.
Today he will be stretched to two miles and seven furlongs, a step up in distance that could suit his stamina profile. Also featuring at Worcester is King Roly, who has placed in two of his four starts at the venue.
His most recent win came in his penultimate start over the same distance as today’s race, where he went off at 5/1 under James Bowen. Since then he has been assigned an additional six pounds, a factor that could make his task a little more demanding. The opening race, the Mowden Park RFC Maiden Hurdle, introduces Arms Park, a lightly‑raced son of Walk In The Park. He has only one win from three bumpers, but that victory was earned in impressive fashion at Taunton under James Bowen, where he travelled strongly and finished decisively.
Arms Park is being touted as a promising prospect for the upcoming season, especially after the notable example of Act Of Innocence, who captured this very race in 2025 before progressing to success in the Sidney Banks and later posting a career‑best performance in the Turners Novices' Hurdle at Cheltenham. The card also includes Dunstall Star, the most experienced runner present. He was disappointing in his previous Worcester outing and will need to improve markedly to be competitive against the rising Arms Park.
Military Cross, a Gordon Elliott runner who recently chased home a promising horse in a Cartmel maiden hurdle, could also present a challenge for Arms Park. Jet Of Dreams will attempt to overcome a penalty imposed after his participation in the Jodie Standings Point‑To‑Point Recruits Handicap Chase. The horse’s connections hope the penalty will not deter his performance. Warren Greatrex’s eight‑year‑old, who returned to the track last Tuesday with a convincing win over the same course and distance, will be looking to repeat that form.
Having been carefully prepared for today’s contest, he could prove difficult to beat if he reproduces his previous display. Kientzheim, owned by JP McManus, has yet to take to fences, but her peak hurdling rating of 121 suggests considerable ability. Ben Haslam’s mare will be ridden by Kevin Brogan, who steps in for Harry Cobden, offering a fresh partnership that may unlock her potential. Neigh Botha, who was pulled up at Worcester in July after a respectable record of three wins from four starts, returns after a spell.
The Greenall‑Guerriero runner should be fitter and could be a factor if he regains his previous form. Joining him is Lady Kara, who appears to be on an upward trajectory after being beaten only two lengths by Jet Of Dreams over the same course and distance last month.
The programme also features an international element: Perfect Pitch, a Wootton Bassett colt entered in the Criterium International, will contest Chantilly’s Prix du Grand Vivier at 11.17 am. Although his debut at Saint‑Cloud was modest, his connections believe he will improve under the Juddmonte colours.
Back at Worcester, the 2.35 pm CopyBet Supporting UK Horse Racing Fillies’ Juvenile Maiden Hurdle showcases Miss Moffett, a half‑sister to Nube Negra, making her debut for the Skelton stable. After an unremarkable flat career, she follows in the footsteps of her half‑sister Miss Malone To You, who is also taking her first steps over hurdles. Over at Sedgefield, the 3.50 pm Winning Connections Conference Hire Handicap Hurdle sees Sam England’s Littletown Lad aiming for a third successive victory. The horse has already secured two wins on this course, and a hat‑trick would cement his status as a leading hurdler at Sedgefield.
Overall, the Worcester and Sedgefield meetings promise a blend of seasoned campaigners, emerging talent, and intriguing storylines that should keep racing fans engaged throughout the day. Sky Sports Racing will provide live commentary, interviews, and expert analysis, ensuring viewers receive comprehensive coverage of every race and the narratives that surround them.