The latest news and market movers as Siskin bids for Phoenix Stakes glory
Siskin bids to extend his unbeaten record when he takes on four rivals in the Group 1 Keeneland Phoenix Stakes (6.50), the main event on a seven-race card at the Curragh.
It is followed by the Group 3 Qatar Racing And Equestrian Club Phoenix Sprint Stakes (7.25), with the popular Gordon Lord Byron returning for his 101st start for trainer Tom Hogan.
In Britain, it is the final day of Brighton's Marathon Bet festival of racing, supported by Flat action from Thirsk, Musselburgh and Haydock, with Newmarket and Chelmsford hosting evening cards.
Going report
Thirsk (first race at: 1.50)
Good, good to soft in places
Brighton (2.00)
Good to firm
Musselburgh (2.10)
Soft, good to soft in places
Haydock (5.05)
Good to soft
Curragh (5.15)
Good
Newmarket (5.25)
Good
Chelmsford (5.50)
Standard
Market movers
2.10 Musselburgh - Pioneering 3-1 (from 4-1)
5.00 Brighton - Hurricane Alert 5-1 (from 6-1)
6.00 Newmarket - Walkonby 4-1 (from 8-1)
What to back
Maddy Playle shares her best bets...
What to read
Get ready for the Curragh with our Phoenix Stakes and Phoenix Sprint previews, featuring key stats and trainer quotes.
Crystal Ocean still heads Enable in world rankings despite King George defeat and Paddy Power apologised for not including a well-backed Galway winner in their betting.
What to watch
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Final thought
Siskin could hardly have been more impressive when winning the Group 2 Railway Stakes last time, beating Monarch Of Egypt, his closest rival in the betting, by two and a half lengths.
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Published on 9 August 2019inPreviews
Last updated 09:05, 9 August 2019
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