Velvet Rhythm is positioned as a strong contender in Catterick’s Racing Again 15th July Fillies’ Handicap, scheduled for 4:30 p.m. The three-year-old filly, trained by Charlie Johnston, won a competitive handicap at Newmarket in May with a front-running ride. However, she appeared to expend too much energy racing freely when finishing down the field at Carlisle last month. A tactical adjustment in her latest start saw her come from behind to claim a decisive victory over the same course and distance two weeks ago, marking her second win from as many attempts at Catterick. Despite a 4-pound weight increase, Velvet Rhythm’s recent performance under jockey Rowan Scott suggests she remains a formidable challenger.
At Kempton, Sarangpur aims to extend his winning streak in the 5:28 p.m. Industry Leading In-Play Markets At Unibet Apprentice Handicap. The four-year-old gelding, now under the care of Richard Hughes after transferring from Ireland, has secured impressive victories over soft ground at Brighton and Epsom. His improvement coincided with an increase in race distance and running on faster ground. This evening represents Sarangpur’s first appearance on the all-weather surface. Should he adapt well, the slight reduction in distance to 1 mile 3 furlongs and a 5-pound penalty are unlikely to impede his chances.
Fallacious Promise is favored for success in the 7:48 p.m. Unibet Supporting Safer Gambling Handicap. Having shown gradual progress with each outing, the horse delivered a convincing win at Lingfield last Monday over tonight’s course and distance. Despite facing a field with more than ten runners, the 6-pound penalty carried into this race does not seem to diminish Fallacious Promise’s prospects of continuing his upward trajectory.
At Chepstow, Ataturk looks to secure his maiden victory in the Position Payout At bet365 Handicap at 8:46 p.m. Trained by Hughie Morrison, the son of Golden Horn has displayed promise despite modest results in his initial three starts. Most recently, Ataturk delivered a strong performance on his handicap debut at Ffos Las nine days ago, narrowly missing out by a nose while leading throughout the race over 1 mile 4 furlongs. Facing similar conditions this evening and carrying a 2-pound weight rise, Ataturk appears ready to capitalize on his upward momentum.
