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Brighton and Hexham cards: Boatman, Cobbler's Boy and maiden stakes

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Sunday’s Sky Sports Racing card opens at Brighton with The Thames Boatman versus Correspondence. The Boatman rallied from a sliding mark at Goodwood before being blocked on his next run, and trainer Finley Marsh hopes he will find the same momentum. Correspondence, lightweight favorite for Tony Carroll and Myla Coppins, chased home Aces Wild at Windsor and backed a Bath win, making him the field’s top threat.

At Hexham, the 3.13 Matfen Hall Hotel Handicap Chase features Cobbler's Boy and Glory And Honour among seven runners. Dan Skelton’s Cobbler's Boy, a proven hurdler, struggled over hurdles last time but should improve over fences. Ten‑year‑old Glory And Honour, fresh from a recent win at the track, looks dangerous as she tackles larger obstacles, while Herja and Kientzheim remain plausible outsiders.

The 2.26 Brighton & Hove Fostering Maiden Stakes pits Nevasca Cinza against Court Alert. James Fanshawe’s gelding carries a 77 rating but has yet to win in five starts; Billy Loughnane appears a strong challenger. Court Alert, rated 78 and returning from a wind operation, showed useful form last season and could capitalize if the surgery restores his stamina. Newcomer Ridger also draws interest.