The Listed Ric and Mary Hambro Aphrodite Fillies' Stakes at Newmarket is scheduled for 15:05 over 1 mile 4 furlongs on turf. The race, classed as Class 1 and run for fillies and mares aged three and older, attracts a large field and offers a winner's prize of £34,026. A total of 20 runners are declared for the contest.
Trainers and notable runners
Charlie Appleby has entered two well-bred fillies in the race: TRIBAL QUEEN and Fashion’s Fancy. Tipsters highlighted Tribal Queen as an improving horse who performed well at Kempton after a learning run at Haydock, and suggested she could take the step up to listed company. The racecard also lists Revoir as a live contender, described in the market notes as "knocking firmly on the door." Little Dorrit is mentioned in connection with a recent return at Pontefract.
- Race: Ric and Mary Hambro Aphrodite Fillies' Stakes (Listed)
- Time: 15:05
- Distance: 1m 4f (turf)
- Age: 3YO+
- Declared runners: 20
- Winner's prize: £34,026
Market and form notes
The published racecard includes detailed market prices and form references. Tipsters point to Tribal Queen's recent progression, noting she finished behind her stablemate at Haydock in May before improving at Kempton. The commentary suggests Tribal Queen could emulate her half-sister, Spirited Style, by making a successful start at listed level. Revoir is also singled out in notes as a significant threat.
"Tribal Queen can go on progressing and receives the vote to emulate her half-sister Spirited Style by making a successful start at listed level."
Race context for Newmarket
As one of the summer highlights for fillies and mares at Newmarket, the Aphrodite Stakes draws a competitive field and carries Listed status, an important stepping stone for horses moving up from pattern company or seeking black-type form. For local owners, trainers and racing staff, performances in races like this can influence plans for the remainder of the season, including entries for other pattern races and stud considerations for successful fillies.
The racecard also provides broader meeting coverage including tips, odds comparisons and form trackers that are used by punters and connections preparing for the contest. With 20 runners declared and a solid winner's purse, the 15:05 is likely to be a focal point of the afternoon's Newmarket card.
| Key runners (from racecard) | Notes |
|---|---|
| TRIBAL QUEEN | Improving; favoured by tipsters to handle listed level |
| Fashion's Fancy | Stablemate of Tribal Queen; also entered |
| Revoir | Market-expected challenger, described as a big threat |
