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Southwell is set to feature an exciting seven-race card that will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing this Tuesday, alongside notable racing events from Deauville.
2.05 Deauville – Spotlight on Silius, Maranoa Charlie, and Arabie
The Flat racing season is officially underway in France, with the Prix Djebel taking center stage. This Group Three contest at Deauville will see a competitive field of eight enter the track.
Silius comes into this race on the back of a powerful victory in Listed company at Cagnes-Sur-Mer, having significantly outperformed a well-regarded filly. This son of the Group One winner Silasol is showing consistent improvement and appears well-prepared for this challenge.
Maranoa Charlie faced setbacks during his previous outing in Group One competition at the Criterium International last October, struggling with keen behavior on demanding heavy ground. He will need to display better focus as he kicks off his season.
Arabie, a tough two-year-old from last year, secured three consecutive wins before competing honorably in the Prix Morny, where he finished just behind Whistlejacket. His winter development will be crucial as he steps back into competition.
3.15 Deauville – Daylight Returns Against Stiff Competition
The talented Daylight, trained by Patrice Cottier, is set to make her seasonal debut in the Prix Imprudence. She had a noteworthy two-year-old campaign, finishing in the top spots in two Group Ones over a distance of six furlongs. While her profile remains strong, her smaller stature could pose challenges as she faces race-ready opponents.
Jockey Oisin Murphy is set to ride Lhakpa for Yann Barberot, having partnered her during her previous outing at Meydan. With a race-fit condition, Lhakpa presents a solid chance for success.
Better Together, trained by Andre Fabre and owned by Juddmonte, represents an exciting prospect, boasting a record of 2 wins from 3 races. Having won a Listed event on all-weather last year, she aims to build on that momentum with Alexis Pouchin in the saddle.
8.30 Southwell – A Clash of Last-Time-Out Winners
The highlight of the Southwell card is a three-year-old handicap featuring five recent winners from prominent stables. Trainer Kevin Ryan teams up with jockey Kevin Stott for Platinum Crystal, who is looking to capitalize on a strong performance at Newcastle last month. Having been raised three pounds after her narrow victory, she is eager for more success.
Kirkdale makes his handicap debut for Ed Bethell with Callum Rodriguez aboard. After being gelded following his last win, he faces a potentially tough mark of 78, which some may consider severe based on his prior performances.
TOP WEIGHT Philanthropist emerged victorious on his third outing for James Fanshawe and carries a mark of 82, where he may have room for some tactical maneuvering.
Additional Highlights
5.27 Southwell – Ana Emaraaty Pursues a Hat-Trick
The opening race at Southwell will feature Ana Emaraaty, trained by Jim Goldie, who aims to secure a hat-trick by stepping back up to a mile and a half, following two victories over 10 furlongs.
Rubellite, who finished just behind Ana Emaraaty last time out while seeking her third consecutive win at a career-high mark, looks set to earn a competitive edge once more with a return to longer distances.
Other contenders, including Moon Over The Sea, Lednikov, and This Time Maybe, come into this race fresh from prior victories, making them potential dark horses.
Graded Racing Action at Keeneland
At Keeneland, exciting races include:
9.48 Keeneland – Stellar competitors such as Scylla, Emery, and Mystic Lake are set to feature in the Resolute Racing Madison Stakes.
10.20 Keeneland – The Tom Clover-trained Rogue Lightning seeks to clinch a consecutive victory in the Valvoline Global Shakertown Stakes.
10.52 Keeneland – In the Toyota BlueGrass Stakes, contenders including Chancer McPatrick, River Thames, and East Avenue, who is looking to rebound from prior disappointments, aim to demonstrate their Kentucky Derby potential.
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