Trainer James Fanshawe expressed cautious optimism ahead of the EBF Fillies’ Series Final at Goodwood, where his two-year-old filly, Tikka, is set to compete. The £100,000 race, scheduled for this afternoon, will present a significant step up in challenge for the promising young horse.

Tikka made a strong impression in her debut race at Kempton last month, securing victory by three lengths. Fanshawe highlighted the filly’s evident potential but also noted concerns about her relative inexperience, especially given the distinctive nature of the Goodwood course and the competitive field expected in the event.

“She has always looked a nice filly at home and her debut was very promising,” Fanshawe commented. “My worry would be her lack of experience going to Goodwood; it will be a very different test to a maiden at Kempton.” He acknowledged that the race would be a more demanding environment due to the number of runners and the quality of the competition.

Despite these concerns, Fanshawe remains hopeful about Tikka’s capabilities and the opportunity to gauge her performance against stronger opposition. The outcome of the race is anticipated to offer further insight into the filly’s development and potential future prospects on the track.