Haydock Races: Saturday, 6th September 2025
1. 1.15 Best Odds On The Betfair Exchange Superior Mile Stakes (Group 3)
- Suite Francaise (Age: 3)
- TimeWise Total: 379
- Odds: 8.00
- Running Style: Led
- Trainer: Charlie Johnston (65% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Joe Fanning
- RP Rating: 119 (master), 89 (latest)
- Topspeed: 104
- Assessment: Suite Francaise is a highly progressive filly with the highest TimeWise ranking in this race. She has won 3 of her 4 starts, most recently leading all the way in a C&D (Course & Distance) fillies’ Listed race four weeks ago. Despite stepping up to Group 3 company against male horses, she is considered dangerous if she can control the pace. Her trainer has a strong 65% win-rate in the last 14 days. The spotlight suggests she dominated her last race and can perform well again if she dictates terms.
- Make Me King (FR) (Age: 5)
- TimeWise Total: 358
- Odds: 4.33
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: H Al Jehani
- Jockey: James Doyle
- RP Rating: 124 (master), 100 (latest)
- Topspeed: 111
- Assessment: Make Me King regained winning form in a Pontefract Listed event over 1m (good ground) in July and followed that with a respectable fourth-place finish in the Group 2 Celebration Mile at Goodwood 13 days ago. However, his superiority over another strong contender, Ice Max, is not guaranteed as Ice Max encountered trouble in that same race. The spotlight identifies him as a strong contender from the older age group.
2. 1.50 Betting.Betfair Ascendant Stakes (Listed Race)
- Shayem (IRE) (Age: 2)
- TimeWise Total: 358
- Odds: 9.00
- Running Style: Led
- Trainer: K Burke (61% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Clifford Lee
- RP Rating: 90 (master), 68 (latest)
- Topspeed: 90
- Assessment: Shayem is an unbeaten 2-year-old who won on his debut over 7f at Haydock (good ground) last month. While the basic form of that race is considered fair, he is bred to excel over 1m+ and is expected to show significant improvement. His trainer, K Burke, has a strong 61% win-rate in the last 14 days. The spotlight considers him a promising colt with potential, despite needing to find improvement.
- Midnight Tango (Age: 2)
- TimeWise Total: 335
- Odds: 9.00
- Running Style: Held up
- Trainer: E Walker (65% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
- RP Rating: 109 (master), 96 (latest)
- Topspeed: 96
- Assessment: This filly is consistently performing well, having secured fourth-place finishes in fillies’ Group 3 events in her last two outings. Her strong rally over 7f at Newmarket suggests she should handle the extended 1m distance. Although expected to run reliably, she might lack the untapped potential of some of the unexposed colts in the field.
3. 2.25 Betfair Plays In A Different League Handicap (GBBPlus Race)
- Pole Star (Age: 3)
- TimeWise Total: 331
- Odds: 9.00
- Running Style: Held up
- Trainer: Charlie Johnston (65% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Joe Fanning
- RP Rating: 113 (master), 92 (latest)
- Topspeed: 90
- Assessment: Pole Star has been in good form, winning over this C&D (good ground) in July and following up at Yarmouth (1m6f, soft) in the same month. His sixth-place finish in the Melrose at York two weeks ago might not accurately reflect his ability, suggesting he is better than that result. He is not to be ruled out.
- Gran Descans (Age: 3)
- TimeWise Total: 326
- Odds: 6.00
- Running Style: Held up
- Trainer: H Charlton (55% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: William Buick
- RP Rating: 114 (master), 98 (latest)
- Topspeed: 90
- Assessment: Gran Descans won at Doncaster in July and followed up in a Lingfield novice. Although beaten by Circus Of Rome on his handicap debut at Newcastle, he performed well against the rest and is 9lb better off with that winner today. The step up to 1m6f could be beneficial, making him a contender.
4. 3.00 Betfair Exchange Old Borough Cup Handicap (GBBPlus Race)
- Caballo De Mar (IRE) (Age: 4)
- TimeWise Total: 359
- Odds: 6.50
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: G Scott
- Jockey: Callum Shepherd
- RP Rating: 113 (master), 105 (latest)
- Topspeed: 99
- Assessment: Caballo De Mar is a highly progressive and prolific performer, winning at Haydock (2m, good) in May and then finishing an impressive second in the Copper Horse Handicap at Royal Ascot. He may handle slow ground, and if performing at his peak after an 81-day absence, he could play a leading role. The spotlight identifies him as a main danger.
- The Reverend (Age: 4)
- TimeWise Total: 359
- Odds: 5.00
- Running Style: Held up
- Trainer: W Haggas (71% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Tom Marquand
- RP Rating: 113 (master), 84 (latest)
- Topspeed: 98
- Assessment: The Reverend made an impressive handicap debut at Ascot (1m4f, soft) last September. After an initial dip in form, he returned to winning ways with a convincing victory at Ripon (1m4f, soft) in July. He is expected to show further improvement for his top yard, particularly with the step back up in trip, and is not exclusively a soft-ground specialist. His trainer has an excellent record in this race.
5. 3.35 Betfair Sprint Cup Stakes (Group 1)
- Lazzat (FR) (Age: 4)
- TimeWise Total: 490
- Odds: 3.00
- Running Style: Led
- Trainer: J Reynier (FR)
- Jockey: James Doyle
- RP Rating: 134 (master), 117 (latest)
- Topspeed: 118
- Assessment: Lazzat is a French superstar who won the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Stakes at Royal Ascot (6f, good to firm), demonstrating versatility across ground conditions. However, a subsequent second-place finish in the Group 1 Prix Maurice de Gheest (Deauville), where he failed to settle, revealed a potential weakness. He remains the horse to beat if at his best.
- Sky Majesty (IRE) (Age: 3)
- TimeWise Total: 440
- Odds: 11.00
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: W Haggas (71% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Tom Marquand
- RP Rating: 126 (master), 87 (latest)
- Topspeed: 110
- Assessment: Sky Majesty has shown improved form since the Commonwealth Cup, winning 6f Listed and Group 3 races at Naas. She is versatile regarding ground and has won five of her seven races. Her trainer, William Haggas, won this race last year, and she has been supplemented, indicating high confidence. The spotlight identifies her as a highly progressive 3yo filly and a strong candidate for a repeat win for her trainer.
6. 4.07 Betfair Be Friendly Handicap
- Luna A Inbhir Nis (Age: 3)
- TimeWise Total: 338
- Odds: 4.33
- Running Style: Led
- Trainer: Katie Scott
- Jockey: Jason Hart
- RP Rating: 113 (master), 95 (latest)
- Topspeed: 89
- Assessment: Luna A Inbhir Nis has been one of the success stories of the season, winning six times, including over this C&D. Her third-place finish at York 17 days ago marked another step forward in her progression. A 3lb rise is unlikely to deter her from another bold bid. The spotlight highlights her as a filly on the rise and a top contender.
- Jer Batt (IRE) (Age: 5)
- TimeWise Total: 309
- Odds: 5.00
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: D & N Barron
- Jockey: Tom Marquand
- RP Rating: 111 (master), 107 (latest)
- Topspeed: 89
- Assessment: Jer Batt possesses rock-solid C&D form from last year, including a close second in this very race when rated 3lb higher. His third-place finish at Musselburgh in April saw both the winner and second go on to become Group-race winners, underscoring the quality of his form. He has obvious claims. The spotlight emphasizes his robust C&D form and favorable handicap mark.
7. 4.40 Betfair Podcasts Handicap (Div 1)
- Empirestateofmind (IRE) (Age: 7)
- TimeWise Total: 299
- Odds: 5.00
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: J & S Quinn (33% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Jason Hart
- RP Rating: 95 (master), 78 (latest)
- Topspeed: 87
- Assessment: Returned to winning ways over 1m at Ayr (good ground) four weeks ago. Despite a 3lb rise, he had previously proven capable of defying this mark on soft ground at York. His trainer maintains a 33% win-rate in the last 14 days.
- Mysteryofthesands (Age: 4)
- TimeWise Total: 298
- Odds: 11.00
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: T Easterby
- Jockey: Cam Hardie
- RP Rating: 94 (master), 73 (latest)
- Topspeed: 78
- Assessment: Mysteryofthesands has three turf wins (good/soft ground) since May and may have secured a fourth victory at Haydock last month if not for interference. His recent fourth-place finish in a Racing League event at Southwell confirms he is still in good form. The spotlight considers him a likely performer.
8. 5.15 Betfair Podcasts Handicap (Div 2)
- Leadenhall (Age: 5)
- TimeWise Total: 294
- Odds: 8.00
- Running Style: Held up
- Trainer: T Easterby (59% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: James Sullivan
- RP Rating: 94 (master), 86 (latest)
- Topspeed: 80
- Assessment: Leadenhall has been running consistently well this year, including a win over C&D (good to firm) in August and a credible performance at Ripon recently. He is only 2lb higher than his last winning mark and is expected to be competitive once more. His trainer has a 59% win-rate in the last 14 days.
- Dixieland Blues (Age: 3)
- TimeWise Total: 293
- Odds: 4.50
- Running Style: Pressed leaders
- Trainer: S & E Crisford (64% W-R in last 14 days)
- Jockey: Kieran Shoemark
- RP Rating: 88 (master), 55 (latest)
- Topspeed: 83
- Assessment: Dixieland Blues began his career with two seconds and a win. While less successful in handicaps, he performed creditably in a strong race at Southwell in July. Despite being withdrawn from a previous race after breaking out of the stalls, he is well-bred and lightly raced, suggesting he has further improvement to come. His trainer has a 64% win-rate in the last 14 days.
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