Wednesday Racing Tips – Dan James Racing

Royal Playwright arrives at Goodwood with a profile that suggests this small field race could be tailor-made for him. The son of a proven middle-distance sire, he has shown maturity and balance in his racing style, travelling strongly before quickening when asked. The Conditions Stakes lacks depth, and his main rivals appear either exposed or still learning. Goodwood’s undulating track can find out inexperienced types, but Royal Playwright has handled similar courses well, showing an ability to maintain rhythm when the pace shifts.

The forecast ground should suit, and the yard has been adept at placing horses in these kinds of opportunities. His cruising speed and tactical pace make him difficult to peg back once in position. With race fitness and class on his side, he looks the most likely winner and could use this as a stepping stone towards higher-profile autumn targets.

Alsad makes plenty of appeal in the ten-furlong maiden, with a profile that blends raw ability and scope for improvement. As a two-year-old tackling this trip, stamina is crucial, and his pedigree suggests he’ll relish every yard. In his debut run, Alsad shaped as though he was learning on the job but finished strongly, hinting at much better to come with experience. The long Goodwood straight should play to his strengths, giving him time to hit top gear and sustain his effort. Physically, he’s a tall, rangy type who should progress rapidly once stepped up in distance, and this race provides exactly that opportunity.

Several rivals lack proven staying potential or appear more sprint-bred, leaving Alsad well placed to take advantage. With natural progression expected from first to second start, and the extra distance in his favour, he could stamp himself as a colt of considerable promise here.

Peace Man looks a lively each-way contender in the Foundation Stakes, sitting around the 10/1 mark but bringing plenty of positives to the table. This is a listed contest stacked with talent, yet he has been shaping as if ready to deliver a big run at this level. His recent performances have shown determination and progression, keeping on strongly in the closing stages, which suggests the ten-furlong trip at Goodwood is right in his sweet spot. The likely strong pace up front could set the race up perfectly for a horse with his stamina and finishing kick. Importantly, his current mark still leaves room for improvement, and he appears well placed to take advantage if some of the more fancied runners underperform.

With conditions expected to suit and his ability to see out the trip proven, Peace Man could easily run into the places – and perhaps spring a surprise.