Welsh Connections

Welsh trainer Bernard Llewellyn is on track for a standout Flat season, his best yet, and his charge, Zambezi Magic, is poised for victory in the opening amateur riders’ contest at Ffos Las (13:55).

Zambezi Magic has demonstrated an impressive affinity for the course, earning the esteemed 'Horses For Courses' title with five course-and-distance triumphs, excelling even in the challenging conditions typical of the track. With victories in both 2022 and 2024, he's ready to secure another win this year, having recently dominated by nearly ten lengths on heavy ground earlier this month.

In his subsequent outing at Bath, Zambezi Magic was earmarked as 'One for the Notebook', showing promise as he finished strongly under a penalty, taking fourth despite having too much to do behind The Dark Baron. With the trainer’s granddaughter Jessica, one of the more experienced riders in the field, guiding him, and with top Timeform weight-adjusted ratings, Zambezi Magic has robust claims on familiar turf. Guvnor's Recommended Bet: 1pt win & 1pt place Betfair Exchange SP: Zambezi Magic - 13:55 Ffos Las 18+ Always Bet Responsibly