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Today promises to be an exhilarating day for racing enthusiasts as Sky Sports Racing features significant jumps events at Doncaster and Ffos Las, while Southwell showcases a series of flat races.
2.45 Doncaster – Shanagh Bob Takes on In-Form Wise Eagle
The highlight of the Doncaster card is a competitive race with Shanagh Bob, trained by Nicky Henderson, leading a group of eight. This promising horse, who previously clinched a Grade Two title as a novice, faced challenges with jumping but recently showed improvement with a strong second-place finish at Huntingdon. With Freddie Gordon aboard, who provides a useful 3lb weight advantage, Shanagh Bob is a strong contender.
Challenging him will be Wise Eagle, a former Flat race performer turned hurdler, who boasts two wins from his last three attempts. After a solid finish behind Roaring Legend in a Class Two event at Newcastle, he is aimed at achieving a hat-trick on his first handicap challenge.
Keep an eye on Lavida Adiva, an Aintree victor, and American Sniper from David Pipe’s yard, as both are set to make their presence felt in the Virgin Bet Daily Price Boosts Handicap Hurdle.
6.00 Southwell – Transparent Faces Tapis Rouge in a Competitive Novice Race
In the Win £1M With BetMGM’s Golden Goals Restricted Novice Stakes, Transparent, trained by Tom Ward, looks to extend his winning streak after a comfortable victory at Kempton. Sean Levey will take the reins for this promising outing.
Tapis Rouge, from the Sir Mark Prescott stable, showed competitive spirit during his last race at Southwell over the mile distance and is expected to continue improving under Luke Morris’s guidance.
Additionally, Sawgrass from Hughie Morrison’s yard, comes from a lineage of success that includes Group Two winner Stay Alert. After finishing sixth on debut at Kempton, this horse appears primed for a step forward.
4.50 Ffos Las – Angels Breath and Shearer Meet in the Finale
The day concludes with an exciting clash as Angels Breath seeks to build on his recent victory at Taunton, demonstrating potential for further success under Ed Vaughan’s training.
Shearer, trained by Paul Nicholls, is returning from a lengthy hiatus but boasts an unblemished record over fences, winning both of his starts this year. If fit, he could claim victory in the dragonbet.co.uk Open Hunters’ Chase.
Acey Milan also deserves mention after narrowly missing out in his last outing at Larkhill and may pose a competitive threat for Anthony Honeyball’s team.
Others to Watch
Knead A Win is set to debut in handicap racing at Ffos Las for trainer Sam Thomas and appears to be a strong contender in the Celtic Subaru Handicap Hurdle scheduled for 4.15pm. Likewise, Gardener, trained by Olly Murphy, might improve on his previous performance as he steps up in distance after a noteworthy effort at Uttoxeter.
Stressfree displayed potential in his first hurdle outing at Catterick and could make an impact in the 2.10pm Virgin Bet Every Saturday Money Back Maiden Hurdle at Doncaster. Beau Quali, who fell at a critical moment in his last race at Newcastle, will be aiming to make a fresh start.
Finally, the Livescore Bet Handicap Chase at 4.30pm on Town Moor will see Rath Gaul Hill aiming for a hat-trick after a lengthy layoff, jockeyed by James Bowen for trainer Samuel Drinkwater.
At Southwell, Carlton is expected to attract considerable attention in the Gamble Responsibly At BetUK “Hands And Heels” Apprentice Handicap at 5.00pm, following his impressive four wins in five appearances this winter.
Catch the action from Doncaster, Ffos Las, and Southwell live on Sky Sports Racing this Thursday, February 4.
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