The Weekend Winners panel previewed the Dubai Duty Free Handicap at Newbury, highlighting Almekarem as the betting favorite for Sir Mark Prescott after a recent Doncaster win despite a 5lb weight increase. Boyfriend and Balzac are also contenders, with the latter showing renewed form after being gelded. Rossa Ryan and Ralph Beckett partner with Gonna Fly, while Jamie Spencer rides Stem, who aims to build on a strong Sandown third. Declan Rix backs Almekarem for his progressive family and good week, Kate Tracey supports Richard Hannon-trained Stem as an overlooked 8/1 chance over 10 furlongs, and Sam Boswell sides with Merveilleux Lapin, a Polish Oaks winner, for Owen Burrows, citing consistent improvement at 16/1.

The panel’s picks reflect a mix of seasoned favorites and value runners in a competitive field, with live coverage on Sky Sports Racing at 2.47pm.