Willie Mullins' Absurde takes on the brave Caius Chorister in what looks a scintillating renewal of the Chester Stakes - live on Sky Sports Racing...
3.15 - Caius Chorister headlines Chester Stakes David Menuisier's Caius Chorister has disappointed recently but has been contesting some tough races. She gets the fillies' allowance and should be suited by this drop back into calmer waters.
Owned by the charismatic Clive Washbourn, this filly is certainly a battler and will likely suit the expected good ground. Irish raider Absurde represents Willie Mullins and comes here having won big races over both codes including the 2023 Ebor and the 2024 running of the Cheltenham County Hurdle. He could pose a huge threat.
Andrew Balding seeks his third Chester Stakes success and saddles Fairbanks who was recently only just beaten in strong handicap at the Goodwood festival and could go well under David Probert. 2.40 Chester - Carrytheone and Under Siege clash James Doyle gets the leg up on Carrytheone who carries topweight.
Michael Bell's gelding has already landed two decent handicaps this season and ran well when stepped up to a mile at Ascot last time. He is sure to run well for connections. Trending Never miss a story with all the latest racing news, interviews and features on your phone.
Find out more Andrew Balding's Under Siege is yet to be out of the frame on all four career starts and could make his opening mark of 94 look lenient for David Probert. Percy's Lad ran well at Chest.