A thrilling weekend of horse racing is set to unfold at Ascot, Chepstow, and Uttoxeter, with live coverage available on Sky Sports Racing. The highlight of the events includes a competitive clash between the unbeaten horses Reciprocated and Tricky Tel at 2:25 PM on August 26, 2023, during the Listed Flexjet Pat Eddery Stakes at Ascot.
This year’s renewal of the Flexjet Pat Eddery Stakes features a strong field, prominently featuring Reciprocated and Tricky Tel. Both horses arrive with flawless records. Tricky Tel, trained by Hugo Palmer, has secured victories in both of his outings at Chester in May. Although he missed the Coventry Stakes at Royal Ascot, Palmer remains optimistic about his chances, particularly with jockey David Probert aboard.
On the other hand, Reciprocated, trained by Karl Burke, has also won both of his starts, showcasing an impressive performance at Carlisle. His recent form positions him as a significant contender in this race. Other noteworthy entrants include A Bit Of Spirit and Time To Turn, both of whom displayed competitive form at Newbury last month.
Pinhole Aims for Comeback in Handicap Race
Attention will also be focused on Pinhole at 3:35 PM, as he drops into handicap company for the Royal Ascot Winning Breeders’ Handicap. After finishing well behind the leaders in the Queen’s Vase, the three-year-old trained by Ralph Beckett is expected to perform better against older horses. He will race with first-time cheekpieces, which may aid his performance.
Additionally, Dream Harder has been in winning form this summer, while Assail remains lightly raced, adding intrigue to the contest.
At 1:30 PM, the action kicks off at Uttoxeter with the Boots Opticians Uttoxeter Novices’ Hurdle. Jentobello, trained by Iain Jardine, aims to maintain an unbeaten record in his hurdling debut after winning both of his bumper races. Another horse to watch is Reina Del Mar, who recently justified his favoritism at Ffos Las and is expected to improve with a return to a shorter distance.
Other Notable Races at Ascot and Chepstow
The racing card at Ascot also features a promising fillies’ maiden at 1:50 PM, where Enamorus and Princess Petrol are anticipated to shine after impressive debuts. Newcomers Pacific Mission and Ravishing hold potential as first-time entrants.
At 3:00 PM, a Class Three race will see promising staying types like Fireblade and Blindedbythelights among the seven runners. The day concludes with Fantasy Obsessor looking to secure his third consecutive win at 4:45 PM, although he faces competition from seasoned rivals.
Finally, Chepstow will host a competitive race at 7:35 PM, featuring Spirit Of The Bay, who is on the hunt for a third victory at the course.
With a diverse lineup of races across these venues, racing enthusiasts can expect an exhilarating weekend filled with excitement and competition.
