Goodwood

This weekend's racing at Goodwood offers a fascinating study in how the unique Sussex Downs topography shapes tactical decisions and results.

This week brings flat racing to Wales' most characterful course, where the absence of a grandstand creates an intimacy you'll find nowhere else.

A cracking Saturday card at Goodwood delivered Group 2 thrills and unearthed several horses worth following through the season.

A cracking afternoon on the Knavesmire with Group 3 action headlining and plenty of progressive types emerging from the handicap ranks.

A proper day's racing at Folkestone with Listed class on show and some tasty handicaps to get the blood pumping.

The William Hill Handicap Stakes brings together a competitive field of 12 runners at Goodwood, with Prydwen leading the market despite carrying top weight.

The Temple Stakes returns to Goodwood with a mouth-watering clash between mare Asfoora and veteran Khaadem in a £165k Group 2 sprint spectacular.

The William Hill Sandy Lane Stakes serves up a cracking Group 2 sprint with Venetian Sun heading eight quality three-year-olds at Goodwood.

The William Hill Silver Bowl promises fireworks at Goodwood with 17 three-year-olds battling for £100k prize money in this prestigious Heritage Handicap.

The Gosden mare Friendly Soul heads the betting but faces a stern test from course specialist Sparks Fly in Saturday's Listed contest at Goodwood.

The £100k Harroways Handicap brings together 18 three-year-olds at Folkestone, with Ed Dunlop's Pathein facing stiff competition from a competitive field.

Saturday's seven-race card at Goodwood features two Group 2 contests and quality handicaps on good to soft ground that continues to dry.