Introduction to the Weekend’s Racing Action
The weekend’s racing action is set to be exciting, with Newmarket staging their ‘Future Champions’ raceday, featuring two Group One races and a Group Two for the juveniles. The main betting race of the weekend is the Cambridgeshire, with 24 runners competing for a valuable first prize over nine furlongs at the Rowley Mile. Additionally, there will be competitive action at Ripon, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing.
Newmarket’s Future Champions Raceday
One of the highlights of the weekend is the Cheveley Park Stakes at 2.25, where Tom Marquand has a decent ride on Beautify for the O’Brien yard. Beautify is a daughter of Wootton Bassett and has already shown promise with a Group 2 win and a impressive performance in the Group One Moyglare Stud Stakes on Irish Champions Weekend. Her stable companion, True Love, is shorter in the betting, but her failure to justify odds of 1/4 last time out raises questions about her potential.
Haydock’s Handicap Action
At Haydock, the veteran Woven is set to compete in the 2.40 race, having returned to his best form in the Bronze Cup at Ayr last time out. With this being his 50th career outing, connections seem to have had this race planned for a while, and any further rain would be a positive factor. Woven is normally produced late in his races, but the early speed in this race should set it up for him, and his draw in nine looks favorable.
Ripon’s Season Finale
The valuable Ripon Cathedral City of the Dales Handicap is the feature race at 3.25, where Strong Warrior will be Given another chance to gain a second success of the season. Despite a disappointing performance at Ascot last time, the soft ground may have been to blame, and Strong Warrior’s earlier form suggests he has the potential to bounce back.
The Cambridgeshire
The 3yos look set to hold the trump cards in the Cambridgeshire at 3.40, and Fort George under Oisin Murphy is a promising contender. Having won two strongly contested handicaps already this term, Fort George has a decent finishing kick, which is essential for a race like this. Although a 9lb rise for his Newbury success is a concern, his middle draw in 10 should give Oisin options to find cover in the early part of the race.
Multiple Tips
For those looking to place multiple bets, consider the following combinations:
- 2.25 Newmarket: Beautify
- 2.40 Haydock: Woven
- 3.25 Ripon: Strong Warrior
- 3.40 Newmarket: Fort George
A 1pt each-way yankee (22 bets) could be a worthwhile option for those looking to maximize their winnings.
Conclusion
The weekend’s racing action promises to be exciting, with a range of competitive races and promising contenders. From Beautify’s potential in the Cheveley Park Stakes to Fort George’s chances in the Cambridgeshire, there are plenty of opportunities for punters to win big. With careful consideration and strategic betting, it’s possible to make the most of the weekend’s racing action and come out on top.