Sky Sports Racing presents a full card on Friday with competitions at Ascot, Bangor-on-Dee, and Worcester.
In the 4:48 Ascot Hospitality Handicap, a strong field of 13 runners has assembled, headlined by Moonfall, Arctic Thunder, and Classic. George Boughey’s Moonfall won the Britannia Stakes at this venue under Billy Loughnane on his previous outing before finishing fourth at Newmarket. Carrying the same weight, he faces a race at a course well-suited to his abilities.
Arctic Thunder is looking to extend his winning streak to three following victories at Salisbury and Haydock, and his impressive recent form makes him a serious contender despite the increased class. Richard Hannon’s Classic is a familiar presence in top-tier mile handicaps and ran credibly at Goodwood. Other runners to consider include Hickory, Spanish Voice, and Ozat.
In separate racing news, dual Gold Cup winner Galopin Des Champs has died at the age of 10. Meanwhile, Constitution Hill is set for a significant test at Kempton on Saturday.
At Bangor-on-Dee, Dan Skelton’s Thickthorn Tom faces five rivals in the Goffs Yorton Sale 10th September Handicap Chase at 2:50. The six-year-old has won his last three races comfortably this summer and carries a有利的 three-pound advantage, making him a difficult one to beat.
Mickey and James Bowen’s Tamarind Bay poses a threat; he was impressive in his first two fences starts before unseating at Perth. Olly Murphy’s Sure Touch carries top weight, while Regal Renaissance has claims based on her best performance.
The 6:36 race at Worcester features a clash between last-time-out winners Tilehurst and Emerald Time in the Step Into Luxury With Purple Granite Handicap Hurdle. Ryan Hatch’s Emerald Time returns to a favored track after a good win at Uttoxeter, while Tilehurst secured victory at this course and distance 44 days ago wearing first-time cheekpieces. Zafaan and Sun Art complete the shortlist.
Elsewhere, notable runners include Fascinating in the Ascot maiden, Clarity and Claudette in the fillies’ event, and Handlethekettle aiming for a treble at Worcester.
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