On Tuesday, the racing scene heats up at Lingfield and Southwell, with several promising contenders set to compete. Among them, Run With It will strive to secure a hat-trick victory in the 4.15 Lingfield – At The Races App Expert Tips Handicap. Trained by Ralph Beckett, the three-year-old gelding has recently bounced back from a lackluster performance to achieve two consecutive wins at Wolverhampton and Southwell.
After a challenging start to the season, where he finished eighth in his initial run post-gelding, Run With It now faces a significant test. With a seven-pound increase in weights to overcome, he will be supported by the esteemed jockey Rossa Ryan, who recently celebrated a victory at the 2024 Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe.
Key Rivals in the Field
One of the main challengers expected to provide stiff competition is City Of Poets, ridden by young jockey Billy Loughnane for trainer James Tate. City Of Poets comes into the race after a sixth-place finish on Coral-Eclipse day at Sandown, following two prior wins—a maiden at Lingfield and a stakes race at Wetherby. Other notable runners include Lazieelunch, seeking his first win this year, and Carron, a colt from Charlie Hills aiming for a second win since July.
The race features a competitive field of ten, with Majestic Wave and Spirit Of Leros also expected to make their presence felt.
Southwell’s Ziggy’s Missile Looks to Shine
In the 6.30 Southwell – Golf And Gallop Handicap, Ziggy’s Missile, trained by Robert Cowell, aims to capture his fourth victory over the course and distance. Although he has struggled for form since a win at Chelmsford in June, Ziggy’s Missile has previously triumphed at Southwell, suggesting a potential return to form.
He will face five other previous course winners, including Blinky, Castan, and Sanat, all of whom have shown success at this venue. Miraculous, who recently finished second at Chester, represents the in-form Roger Varian stable and should not be overlooked.
Promising Newcomers at Lingfield
Also on the card, the 1.45 Lingfield – Sky Sports Racing Virgin 519 Novice Stakes features Gold Penny, a three-year-old filly trained by John and Thady Gosden. Owned by Godolphin, Gold Penny is a half-sister to the notable racehorse Farhh. After finishing third in both her starts this year, expectations are high for her to secure her first victory.
In this nine-runner field, her main competitor could be Tyraxes, trained by Andrew Balding, who is making his debut after undergoing wind surgery. The debutante is joined by Joyful Voice, who recently returned from a lengthy absence and hopes the step up in distance will aid her quest for a first win.
With intriguing matchups and talented horses in both races, today’s events at Lingfield and Southwell promise to be exciting for racing enthusiasts. Fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports Racing.
