On March 15, 2024, the spotlight will shine on Words Of Truth as he makes his return to racing at Meydan, competing in the Al Wasl Stakes sponsored by DP World. Trained by Charlie Appleby, this three-year-old horse has already demonstrated his prowess on the track, notably winning the prestigious Group Two Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury last season. Under the guidance of jockey William Buick, Words Of Truth aims to reclaim his status after finishing third on Champions Day.
Exciting Competitors at Meydan
Alongside Words Of Truth, other noteworthy contenders include Hilitany, who showed promise during his two-year-old season with victories in two novice races at Windsor. Trained by George Boughey and ridden by Billy Loughnane, Hilitany is expected to challenge for a strong finish. Additionally, Sword Maker, under the care of Saeed Bin Suroor, has won three of his five races and is on the lookout for a hat-trick, with Oisin Orr in the saddle. Postmodern, trained by Hamad Al Jehani, will also be making his first appearance since a disappointing outing in the Coventry Stakes.
The racing action is not limited to Meydan; Wolverhampton will also feature competitive races, including a valuable contest at 17:30 local time. Zoulu Chief and Kullazain will headline this evening’s race, with Zoulu Chief showing impressive form since undergoing a gelding operation, achieving finishes of 2, 3, 2, and 1 in his last four outings. His previous win at this course and distance in November makes him a strong pick for this event.
Highlighting Talented Horses at Southwell
At Southwell, the Free Bets On attheraces.com Novices’ Hurdle will feature a competitive showdown between Legendary Luke and Red Oak. Legendary Luke, trained by Jamie Snowden, has shown significant improvement, winning his hurdling debut after a successful point-to-point race. Red Oak, under the guidance of James Owen, recently secured a maiden hurdle victory and will seek to challenge the favourite.
Other notable races across Southwell and Wolverhampton include several promising horses. In Southwell’s 1:08 contest, Ali Star Bert and Golan Loop are expected to attract attention. The 2:38 race will feature So Proud and Harbour Island, with Harbour Island being well-regarded following strong performances in previous bumpers.
As the day unfolds, audiences can look forward to thrilling races across Newcastle, Southwell, Wolverhampton, and Meydan, all broadcast live on Sky Sports Racing. This packed racing schedule promises excitement and competition for fans and participants alike.
