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1.50 York Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2) 6f, Good to Firm

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Sky Bet Lowther Stakes (Group 2), 21 August 2025 – York, 6f, Good to Firm

For 2yo Fillies | Class 1 | £250,000 Total Race Value

Pace Angles & Draw Analysis:

Pace looks even, with a few prominent types (America Queen, Timeforshowcasing, Wor Faayth) balanced by hold-up runners (Staya, Mood Queen).
Draw Bias: Historically, York’s straight 6f shows a slight bias to low-middle when the ground is fast, favouring drawn 2–6. America Queen (4), Come On Eibhlin (2), and Secret Hideaway (5) are well-positioned. High draws (10–11) could be a negative.

Strongest Contenders:

  • Royal Fixation – Proven (10/10)
    Fast-finishing second in the Duchess of Cambridge (G2) behind a top-class rival. Clocked a superb 115 RPR and showed she can handle a quick surface. Strong sectionals and front-running effort mark her as top drawer. From a yard that won this race last year.
  • Staya – Progressive (9/10)
    Fifth in the Queen Mary, then stepped up to 6f and placed in a Group 3. Best effort came when finishing fast at Ascot (112 RPR). Suited by the likely even tempo and trip. Top pedigree and one of the most professional profiles here.
  • Argentine Tango – Proven (9/10)
    Strong record in Listed and Group 3s, including a win at Beverley and solid efforts behind Royal Ascot winners. Hard as nails and adaptable. Could be vulnerable to something with a sharper turn of foot at Group 2 level but arrives at peak.

Main Dangers:

  • America Queen – Promising (8/10)
    Stunning 12-length debut winner (111 RPR), visually spectacular. Fast-ground bred and has Ryan Moore booked. Trainer not renowned for early 2yo Group success but the potential is immense. Will need to settle into a pace here.
  • Dandana – Promising (8/10)
    Two wins in weaker company but overcame greenness and penalties. Timefigs strong, bred to improve again. James Doyle keeps the ride. Needs to handle this rise in class, but has the profile of a stakes filly.
  • Wor Faayth – Progressive (7/10)
    Well-bred filly, half-sister to Mecca’s Angel, and backed up Hamilton maiden win with Listed success in France. 109 RPR on last start. May find a few too sharp at this level but shouldn’t be dismissed.

Interesting Outsiders:

  • Secret Hideaway – Progressive (7/10)
    Queen Mary third followed by a fair French Group 3 effort. Breeding suggests 6f is ideal. Oisin Murphy booked and trainer in form. Draw fine. Could be underestimated.
  • Pearl Fortune – Promising (6/10)
    Beat on last start by Dandana but was conceding 3lb. Trainer has a great York record and she’s bred to stay further. Could grab a place.

Runner Scores & Suitability Analysis:

  • Royal Fixation: 10/10 – Well-suited by fast ground, trip, and galloping track.
  • Staya: 9/10 – Improving filly with York-friendly profile.
  • Argentine Tango: 9/10 – Proven over C&D, durable and game.
  • America Queen: 8/10 – Spectacular debut, needs to prove it against better opposition.
  • Dandana: 8/10 – Unbeaten, progressive, but untested at this level.
  • Wor Faayth: 7/10 – Bred for speed, Listed win noted.
  • Secret Hideaway: 7/10 – Up in trip suits.
  • Pearl Fortune: 6/10 – Trainer a positive, stamina in pedigree.
  • Timeforshowcasing: 6/10 – Two wins but soft form; minor place chance.
  • Come On Eibhlin: 5/10 – Still learning; would need big improvement.
  • Mood Queen: 5/10 – Lightly raced, well-bred, but up against it.

Keep an eye on the market for support or big drifts for runners returning from layoffs of 90+ days.
Watch out for in-form sprinters returning quickly; they can be hot.

Each-Way Angles (11 runners):

  • Secret Hideaway and Pearl Fortune both appeal as each-way options, with progressive profiles and the form to grab a place in what looks an open renewal.

Private Tissue Estimate (Fair Odds):

HorseOdds
Royal Fixation11/4
Staya4/1
Argentine Tango5/1
America Queen6/1
Dandana7/1
Secret Hideaway10/1
Wor Faayth12/1
Pearl Fortune14/1
Timeforshowcasing20/1
Come On Eibhlin25/1
Mood Queen33/1

Market watch advised for runners making their 2nd start.

Summary + Professional Punter View (Smart Play):

This year’s Lowther Stakes has depth and a mix of profiles: proven fillies like Royal Fixation and Argentine Tango, progressive sorts like Staya, and flashy newcomers like America Queen. The pace should be honest, and drawn 2–6 appear best placed tactically.

Smart Play:

Win Selection: Royal Fixation – clear standard-setter on form and figures, from a proven yard.
Each-Way Saver: Secret Hideaway – well-bred filly with good Ascot form and stamina for 6f.

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