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Albaydaa bidding to uphold family honour at Carlisle
By Racing TV
Last Updated: Tue 23 Jun 2026
Albaydaa aims to keep family fortunes rolling in the Listed Carlisle Irish Stallion Farms EBF Eternal Stakes, just days after her half-brother Almeraq struck Group One gold at Royal Ascot
William Haggas’ three-year-old returns to the scene of her triumph in a fillies handicap at the Cumbrian track at the end of last month.
With underfoot conditions likely to suit, connections are hopeful she can earn black type and significantly boost both the value not only herself but a broodmare in Manaajim who is fast becoming a hot property.
“She is the little half-sister of Almeraq out of the same mare and she is tough and consistent at her own level as you can see from her race record,” said Angus Gold, racing manager to the owners Shadwell Estates.
“William felt this was good opportunity to get some black type with her and I think this is her trip. She is not a champion but she is tough and consistent and if she could win it would be fantastic to add to her value and the mare’s value.”
Albaydaa, who won a shade cosily at the venue last time out, is second favourite behind Karl Burke’s Ellusive Butterfly, a winner on rain-softened ground at Epsom’s Derby meeting.
But Nick Bradley, representing the owners, warned that a late decision will be taken as to whether the daughter of Invincible Army takes her chance.
“She was obviously a nice winner at Epsom and we think she is smart and with a good turn of speed. She would be a class act at Carlisle but the ground will be very different to how it was last time.” said Bradley.
“We were hoping for some rain but the bit that was forecast didn’t come so that would be a concern. We’ll decide on the day whether to go.”
Golden Palace representing Richard and Peter Fahey, Figjam for Katie Scott and Assaranca look the strongest opposition on paper with Roger Varian’s Classic Cuvee not far behind.
David Menuisier’s Stimulative Trip makes the long trip from Sussex while Charlie Johnston’s Just A Girl, beaten a neck by Albaydaa last time reopposes, albeit on 2lb worse terms.
The Carlisle Bell, first run in 1599 and now sponsored by Stablemate By Agma Carlisle Bell Handicap, has attracted a 17-strong field.
Another trainer hoping course form from the late May meeting stands up is Phillip Makin who saddles Priapos on a mark 3lb higher than when a slightly cosy winner 25 days ago.
“We thought he would run well last time as he enjoyed the stiff track so it makes sense to come back here,” said Makin. He is just 3lb higher and looks to have a decent enough draw (four) so I’m happy enough.
“The stiff track does suit him so hopefully he can go well again.”
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