At present on Sky Sports activities Racing: Lingfield and Southwell host epic nine-race playing cards that includes Havana Sky on a six-man clock | Racing Information

The brand new 12 months continues with one other busy day on Sky Sports activities Racing as Lingfield and Southwell host 9 racing playing cards.

1.15 Lingfield – Therapist and Crystal Mariner Lock Horns

Nicky Henderson’s jumps stars shone through the Christmas interval and he hopes Therapist may also do the job in all weathers at Lingfield, within the Free Bets with BetUK Bet Club Handicap (1.15).

She was final seen ending valiantly third on the Winter Oaks Trial right here final month after quitting the hurdle race, the place she was a two-time winner.

There look like some risks in a aggressive discipline, specifically that of Andrew Balding Hebridean nomadwinner at Kempton in September 2023 earlier than making a promising return right here final month after a protracted absence.

Crystal Sailor spent most of his profession with Sir Michael Stoute and joined Jamie Osbourne after the good coach retired. He confirmed a few of his outdated type at Kempton when second to a rising horse who’s a observe specialist.

1.45 Lingfield – Havana Sky opts for six-timer

Havana Sky has made his stand the All Climate Championships Horse of the Yr, profitable his final 5 begins and is aiming for a sixth place within the Win £1 million with BetMGM’s Golden Goals Handicap (1.45).

He is happening a visit for the primary time since his debut, however these seven simpler phases ought to assist him. His common rider Hector Crouch takes over and likewise seems to champion All Climate Jockey.

Lord Rapscallion comes right here after a profession low level and confirmed indicators of his outdated self final day out. A extra exact journey will assist him.

The smiling wolf is one other who has misplaced type however is lurking on a harmful mark being 12lbs decrease than profitable earlier within the season.

5:00 p.m. Southwell – Palmar Bay, Lattaash and So Quiet function face to face

Ultimate three winners meet at Southwell within the Best Racing Odds Guaranteed at BetMGM Handicap (5.00).

The Karl Burke educated Lattaash lastly took the lead final time at Wolverhampton by decreasing the course within the firm of the novices. The shape will not be sturdy however ought to have given him some confidence that he lacked earlier than.

Palmar Bay for Ralph Beckett is barely per a string of fine current races. Jack Doughty takes off a priceless 3lb declare, which is able to assist obtain most weight.

So calm caught the attention at Southwell over course and distance and is 1lb decrease for this race. Harry Charlton’s gelding may very well be harmful if the race goes his method.

Watch all races from Lingfield and Southwell stay on Sky Sports activities Racing on Friday January 3.