The November chill drifts across Lingfield Park this morning, yet it does little to dim the warmth around the saddling boxes as 20 November’s meeting begins to take shape. Grooms whisper quiet reassurances, trainers lean in for soft pats on shining coats, and early onlookers fix their eyes on horses stretching into rhythm. With nine races ahead, today’s Lingfield Park race preview carries the sense of a story-rich afternoon waiting to unfold.
A Busy Card from 11:10 am to 3:40 pm
The all-weather surface plays fair through the morning, and the programme from 11:10 am to 3:40 pm gives both young talent and proven campaigners their stage. Pace judgment, balance, and timing look decisive across the card, especially as fields tighten and the final bend becomes the battleground for control.
RACE 1 – Handicap Stakes (11:10 am, 1m 4f 1y)
The opener attracts a familiar mix of sturdy, reliable middle-distance performers. BEARAWAY and DR WAKSMAN parade with a calm that suggests readiness, while UNIVERSAL STORY sharpens mentally with every recent outing and moves cleanly through the preliminaries. PARTY ISLAND and THE BAY WARRIOR travel with that steady, reliable stride that makes them difficult to discount on this surface. TORTURED SOUL, ever honest, settles neatly into his rhythm, and BOSTON RUN shapes like a type who may thrive with a patient ride. Prize Money: £7,100
RACE 2 – Fillies’ Restricted Novice Stakes (11:40 am, 7f 2y)
The two-year-old fillies bring freshness and unpredictability. BAMI walks with a measured, confident step that catches attention. CRACKING BEAUTY shows purpose in every stride, and FILLE IMBASSEE moves fluently with a smooth action that hints at natural maturity. GALILEO CHARM and HAGHOH appear composed and consistent, while LESLEY BUCKLEY seems mentally sharper than her profile suggests. MISS INDIA, with her strong and developing frame, looks the sort who benefits from every furlong she covers today. Prize Money: £6,300
RACE 3 – Maiden Stakes (Div I) (12:10 pm, 7f 2y)
Debutants and lightly raced improvers balance the first division nicely. ALMA DE FUEGO carries scope and athleticism, settling neatly around the ring. ANEIRIN’S SWORD, gaining experience quickly, looks bright and attentive. CAUSING PROBLEMS keeps a lively but controlled cadence, while CHELIO and KEEP IT CLASSIC appear physically suited to Lingfield’s tight turns. ONE OF THE BOYS tends to finish strongly in his work and may do the same here. RICHIE’S ROCKET, compact and agile, waits for the right pace scenario to shine. Prize Money: £9,650
RACE 4 – Maiden Stakes (Div II) (12:45 pm, 7f 2y)
This division feels just as competitive, perhaps with a touch more natural pace. BAYAANN progresses smoothly in his preparation, and BLACK TANGO brings elegance in motion that could translate well on debut. LAKE COMO looks balanced and capable of stretching out over the trip. ORACLE MISSION remains calm, almost assured, and RAISE THE STAKES moves with a fluent, unfussed stride. SPACE INVASION and THAT’S RANDOM add depth to a heat that may reveal more than one future winner by the end of the season. Prize Money: £9,650
Afternoon Highlights Deepen the Card
RACE 5 – Fillies’ Handicap Stakes (1:20 pm, 6f 1y)
This sprint brings sharpness, balance, and timing to the forefront. LADY OF ANDROS shows herself in sharper form with every recent outing, settling beautifully in the warm-up. ARAMIS GREY, reliable and proven at Lingfield, travels with familiarity and confidence. QUEUE DOS looks stronger through her middle and hindquarters now, hinting at a more assertive break. SO SASSY remains nimble and alert, a trait that often pays dividends in a 6f dash. COURT DRIVE adds depth to a race where split-second decisions matter. Prize Money: £9,500
RACE 6 – Fillies’ Stakes (Class 1) (1:55 pm, 1m 5f 1y)
A feature event of the afternoon, this staying test draws an elegant and balanced field. CLERMONT FERRAND carries herself with real presence, ears pricked and attitude focused. CRYSTAL FLYER showcases a steady pattern of improvement at home, while FAIRY GLEN seems to mature mentally with each run. LADY LA FAY and LOUGHVILLE glide through their preliminaries with long, unhurried strides suited to a measured pace. PIQUE’ warns of stamina reserves, and SEA JUST IN TIME looks bright and thriving, shaping as a filly on the rise. Prize Money: £65,000
RACE 7 – EBF Fillies’ Stakes (Class 1) (2:30 pm, 1m 1y)
This middle-distance feature feels tactical from the moment the fillies step onto the track. SHUWARI brings polish and calm confidence, travelling with her usual elegance. QUEEN’S REIGN remains genuine and generous in her effort, a quality her team values deeply. RAJINDRI moves with a fluent stride that suits this trip, and SKY SAFARI keeps her poise despite movement all around her. ZARIELA, FOUETTE, and NAINA provide depth, each offering a different route to success depending on pace and positioning. Prize Money: £50,000
Late-Card Focus
RACE 8 – Handicap Stakes (3:05 pm, 7f 2y)
A mix of progressive types and dependable handicappers meets in the penultimate race. THE ORGANISER maintains good form and carries noticeable authority through the ring. MAID IN CHELSEA remains lightly raced and continues to strengthen both physically and mentally. PENELOPE VALENTINE keeps a steady cruising speed ideal for this trip. GHAIYYATH PARK, WAY TO DUBAI and SIOUX WARRIOR all warm up with energy that suggests competitiveness and readiness for a solid contest. Prize Money: £6,000
RACE 9 – Midnite Handicap Stakes (3:40 pm, 5f 6y)
The finale promises a sharp, lively finish to the afternoon. LIGHTNING BEAR looks alert and energetic, ears flicking at every sound. DIOMED SPIRIT brings natural early speed that could shape the opening strides. ZIGGY’S TRITON, experienced at the trip, finishes strongly when given daylight. FAUSTUS and SOLAR EDGE both show glimpses of form that keep them firmly in calculations. MC LOVEN and BALON D’OR remain reliable presences who often rise to the final-race challenge. Prize Money: £7,100
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