Sam’s Xpress and Al Rufaa Tipped for Wins at Wolverhampton

Sam’s Xpress has been identified as a strong contender for victory in the Midnite Are Upping The Betting Game Handicap at Wolverhampton on Monday evening. The five-year-old, previously trained in Ireland, appears set to secure a third consecutive win after a successful transition to the stable of Julia and Shelley Birkett. Following a decisive three-and-a-quarter-length triumph in a five-furlong classified stakes at Chelmsford City at the end of August, Sam’s Xpress showcased impressive form again last week, defeating Gustav Graves by two and a half lengths at Wolverhampton.

With a 4lb penalty applied after his recent win, there is potential for Gustav Graves to close the gap. Nevertheless, the expectation remains that Sam’s Xpress will maintain his lead and clinch another victory.

Al Rufaa, another horse expected to perform well on the same card, is set to compete in the Midnite: Built For 2025 Not 2005 Handicap at 19:30. Trained by Dan and Claire Kübler, the eight-year-old was involved in a closely contested race last Monday, finishing in a dead heat for second alongside Orbaan, just behind Yourarenotforgiven. Al Rufaa’s performance was affected by racing wide early on, but he is anticipated to outperform his rivals in the upcoming race.

Full Races and Selections

The full list of race selections for Monday includes various events across multiple venues.

At Kempton, the selections are as follows:
– 1:00 – Mapledurham
– 1:30 – Nation’s Hope
– 2:00 – Hard Endeavor
– 2:30 – The Wizard of Eye
– 3:00 – High Stock
– 3:30 – The Glen Rovers
– 4:00 – Dandy G Boy
– 4:30 – Oman

At Plumpton, the selections include:
– 1:08 – Jamada
– 1:38 – Sweet Nightingale
– 2:08 – Daylatedollarshort
– 2:38 – Loverdose
– 3:08 – Ivane
– 3:38 – Jorebel
– 4:08 – Captain Cool

In Hereford, the following horses are selected:
– 1:20 – Don Rafael
– 1:50 – Aqua Bleu
– 2:20 – Gris Majeur
– 2:50 – Riviera Walk
– 3:20 – Constantinain
– 3:50 – Doctor Kildare
– 4:20 – Chestnut Pete

Finally, at Wolverhampton, the schedule includes:
– 16:25 – Akirra
– 17:00 – Moira Express
– 17:30 – Deported
– 18:00 – Blue Jay Way
– 18:30 – My Boy Jack
– 19:00 – Zoulou Chief
– 19:30 – Al Rufaa (NB)
– 20:00 – Sam’s Xpress (NAP)
– 20:30 – Sir Laurence Graff

At Southwell, the races are:
– 16:15 – DC Cogent
– 16:45 – Seance
– 17:15 – Lolabella
– 17:45 – Bami
– 18:15 – Hostility
– 18:45 – Mae Amor
– 19:15 – Eupator
– 19:45 – T or Coffey
– 20:15 – Vince Lombardi

The Daily Double is set to feature Sam’s Xpress and Al Rufaa, both of whom are anticipated to deliver strong performances in their respective races. As the excitement builds for Monday’s events at Wolverhampton, punters and racing enthusiasts alike will be keenly watching these selections.