Brighton Racecourse Autumn Afternoon Racing: September 1, 2025 Preview
Brighton Racecourse opens its September calendar with the Autumn Afternoon Racing on September 1, 2025. The day promises a mix of competitive flat racing, lively contests, and a relaxed atmosphere for racegoers to enjoy an afternoon out with family, friends, and colleagues. From short sprints to longer handicap tests, the card offers a showcase of both emerging talent and seasoned performers.
The racing program begins at 14:15 with a Class 5 Handicap Stakes for four-year-olds and older over 5f 60y. Among the contenders, Another Baar (J: O McSweeney / T: A Keatley) is expected to bring early speed, while Honour Your Dreams (J: Charles Bishop / T: M J Attwater) adds experience to the field. Jacquelina (J: Grace McEntee / T: P S McEntee) and Pop Dancer (J: William Carson / T: A W Carroll) complete the lineup, making for a competitive opener.
At 14:45, the Nursery Handicap Stakes, a Class 6 contest for two-year-olds over 5f 60y, will feature Filly Foden (J: Charles Bishop / T: Alice Haynes), London Is Blue (J: Marco Ghiani / T: R M H Cowell), and Shetakesthegold (J: S M Levey / T: R Hannon), all aiming to make a strong impression early in their racing careers. Beach Partee (J: L Morris / T: W J Knight), Isthatu (J: Elizabeth Gale / T: J S Moore), and Redditizio (J: Georgia Dobie / T: J S Moore) are also in contention, rounding out a youthful and energetic field.
The EBF Maiden Stakes at 15:15 for two-year-olds over 5f 215y will see Bayraq Almuhamadia (J: Joe Leavy / T: R Hannon) and Ironwill (J: Marco Ghiani / T: S C Williams) among the early favorites. Jazl (J: Harry Davies / T: S & E Crisford) and Green Dame (J: Daniel Muscutt / T: G Boughey) provide additional challenge, promising a tightly fought contest among horses still seeking their first victory.
At 15:50, the Ian Carnaby Handicap, a Class 6 race over 5f 215y for three-year-olds and older, features a strong field including You Are Everything (FR) (J: Molly Gunn / T: A W Carroll), Unico (J: Jim Crowley / T: C Gordon), and Kranjcar (IRE) (J: Jack Callan / T: G Boughey). Takteek (J: Paddy Bradley / T: James Owen) and A Pint Of Bear (IRE) (J: Joey Haynes / T: S Dixon) are joined by Starsong (IRE) (J: Alistair Rawlinson / T: M Appleby), Mary Of Modena (J: Charles Bishop / T: M J Attwater), Valadero (IRE) (J: Jason Watson / T: Brian Toomey), Antiphon (IRE) (J: Daniel Muscutt / T: M Murphy), Colorada Dancer (J: L Morris / T: K Jewell), and Haveagobeau (J: Joe Leavy / T: J R Boyle), making it a race that combines both speed and strategy.
The Download The Raceday Ready App Handicap follows at 16:20, a Class 6 contest over 1m 1f 207y for four-year-olds and older. Destinado (J: Mason Paetel / T: James Owen) and Voix De Bocelli (J: Jason Watson / T: Miss H C Knight) will test their stamina, while Guendolen (J: Kaiya Fraser / T: Harry Eustace), Graffiti (J: Elizabeth Gale / T: G Brown), and Shalfa (IRE) (J: Charles Bishop / T: Mrs L Richards) round out a competitive field. Racing Demon (J: L Morris / T: Ed De Giles), Mrembo (J: T E Whelan / T: J G Portman), and Mc’ted (J: Alice Bond / T: Michael Keady) also bring strong credentials, ensuring a tactical contest over the longer distance.
The 16:52 handicap over 7f 216y features Celebrating Ethel (IRE) (J: Matthew Slater / T: A W Carroll) and Never Dream (IRE) (J: T E Whelan / T: M P Tregoning) as key contenders, with Laurentia (IRE) (J: Jack Callan / T: Stephanie Cassidy) and Headshot (J: Molly Gunn / T: A W Carroll) expected to challenge for prominence. We’renotreallyhere (J: Paddy Bradley / T: D Steele), Velvet Vortex (J: Daniel Muscutt / T: M Murphy), Tommy’s Promise (J: Darragh Keenan / T: J Ryan), Rainbow Sign (J: L Morris / T: M Pattinson), and Vecchio (IRE) (J: Joey Haynes / T: S Dixon) complete the lineup, offering a mix of speed, experience, and tactical potential.
The day concludes at 17:22 with a Class 6 handicap over 6f 210y for three-year-olds and older. Amathus (IRE) (J: Jim Crowley / T: P R Chamings) and Toussarok (J: L Morris / T: A W Carroll) are expected to set the pace, while Up The Anti (IRE) (J: Charles Bishop / T: A W Carroll), Desert Beauty (J: S M Levey / T: Dylan Cunha), and Miami Memories (J: Jason Watson / T: Brian Toomey) will aim for a strong finish. Voodoo Ray (IRE) (J: Paddy Bradley / T: G & J Moore), Chloe’s Courage (J: Darragh Keenan / T: J Ryan), Mighty Real (J: Harry Davies / T: H Morrison), and Blackbrook (J: Joe Leavy / T: J R Boyle) complete the final field, promising an exciting and competitive close to the day.
Brighton Racecourse’s Autumn Afternoon Racing offers an afternoon full of competitive flat racing, from emerging two-year-olds to experienced older horses. The diverse lineup highlights the depth of British flat racing and provides a memorable September outing for all racing enthusiasts.
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