The exact number of runners Ciaron Maher will deploy in this Saturday’s $200,000 H D F McNeil Stakes is not yet confirmed, however, one colt who is a definite starter is Seraphox.

This Harry Angel colt is slated to commence a racing campaign that has been meticulously planned with the $3 million Group 1 Caulfield Guineas in October as its primary target, with the 1200-metre Group 3 event at Caulfield serving as the initial step.

Maher’s stablemate Unit Five, a scratching from Sandown last Saturday, is expected to be a rival. Additionally, Maher has entered Tornado Valley and Milsons Point, both of whom competed over 1400m at Sandown last Saturday, though their final decisions are pending.

Jack Turnbull, the assistant trainer for Maher, confirmed Seraphox’s participation, identifying the McNeil Stakes as the perfect launching pad for his pursuit of the 1600m Caulfield Guineas on October 10.

“We see him as a 1400-metre horse, miler and he’s on a Guineas path,” Turnbull stated.

“He’s forward and ready to run a bit of a race, but I’d say he’ll be midfield and running on.”

“He’ll be competitive but he’s probably not going to be as sharp as some of the others in that race.”

Alongside his Maher stablemates, Seraphox’s potential competitors include the Group 1 winning Kiwi galloper Seize The Day, the promising colt American Eagle, Todman Stakes placegetter Wolf Gap, Sydney colt Confederation, and Anzac Day Stakes winner Blind Raise.

Seraphox’s record includes a third place in the Listed Anzac Day Stakes, his first outing in Victoria after a Warwick Farm maiden victory. This followed a debut seventh in the Group 2 Todman Stakes, reflecting the high opinion Maher’s stable has always held of Seraphox.

Turnbull nominated Seraphox and Tornado Valley as the stable’s top two contenders for the Guineas heading into the spring. Magic Millions winner Unit Five is set for the Group 1 Coolmore Stud Stakes (1200m) on Derby Day.

Although the son of Supido will face a tougher field at Caulfield than he might have under the 59.5kg weight on Saturday’s Heavy track over 1000m, Turnbull noted that a number of factors made the Caulfield race a more appealing choice.

“How the track was, the way it’s been playing, the weight and having the option of the McNeil,” Turnbull explained as reasons for the strategic decision.

“He had a fair while off after that Magics prep and he’s come back really well, so we’re looking forward to getting back to the races.”

If you’re interested in the H D F McNeil Stakes, consider checking out Australian betting sites for the latest racing odds.

A world champion has expressed his “big belief” in defeating Shakur Stevenson, who is still yet to announce an opponent for his Zuffa Boxing debut.

The 29-year-old inked a multi-fight deal with Dana White’s promotional outfit earlier this year, coming off a unanimous decision victory over Teofimo Lopez in January.

It was arguably a career-best performance, in fact, that saw Stevenson become a four-division world champion and cement himself as one of boxing’s pound-for-pound stars.

Since announcing his landmark promotional deal, though, the American has seemingly progressed no closer to securing an opponent for later this year.

One would suspect that he is planning on fighting once more in 2026, yet there has been no mention of a date or location for his next outing.

In terms of an opponent for 2027, however, the WBO super-lightweight champion could be tempted by a unification match with WBC counterpart Dalton Smith.

The Sheffield man claimed his world title with a fifth-round finish over Subriel Matias in January, but must now make a mandatory defence against former champion Alberto Puello.

Should he emerge victorious on October 24, then Smith has told talkSPORT that he would be eager to face Stevenson next year.

“All respect to Shakur. I’ve known him [since] the amateurs … He’s always praised me, always given me respect, and I’ll always do that for him.

“He’s one hell of a fighter but, if we can get a fight made, of course I’m grabbing it with both hands. I’ve got the big belief that I’m going to beat him.

“That’s a fight, for me, that rolls back the Ricky Hatton-[Floyd] Mayweather days. You want that big American name so, for me, getting that over here [the UK] or in [Las] Vegas would be a dream come true.”

While Stevenson still holds the WBO title, it remains to be seen whether he will defend the belt or even continue to campaign at 140lbs.

Liv Morgan sent a three-word message after attacking a male WWE star. Morgan is the reigning Women’s World Champion and is a member of The Judgment Day on RAW.

The promotion shared footage today of the champion hitting Kevin Owens with an Oblivion at a live event. Dominik Mysterio followed it up with a 619 for a near fall after his Judgment Day stablemate connected with the move. The company also asked an interesting question in the captions of the Instagram post.

“Is this couple goals? 🤨”

Morgan responded to the post with a three-word message, and you can check out her message in the image below.

“U know it 🫶🔪,” she wrote.

Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio have been in a storyline relationship since SummerSlam 2024. Mysterio used to be in a romance storyline with Rhea Ripley, but betrayed The Eradicator in favor of Morgan at the PLE two years ago.

Rhea Ripley won the WWE Women’s Championship at WrestleMania 42 but is currently out of action due to a major injury. Becky Lynch and Stephanie Vaquer both recently returned on RAW and are chasing after Morgan’s Women’s World Championship.

Popular WWE star comments on working with Liv Morgan

Dominik Mysterio recently shared what it was like working with Liv Morgan in WWE.

In an interview with Paper Magazine, Dirty Dom noted that he enjoyed working with Morgan and hoped that they remained a storyline couple for the rest of their careers.

“Man, she’s the absolute best. She brings out the best in everybody because she’s always just so positive, very encouraging, honestly, just a joy to be around, and absolutely blessed to be able to work with her. I started off with Rhea Ripley, went on to Liv Morgan. Two of the best of the best. Honestly, I can’t say enough good things about Liv, and I hope that we stay together. We work for a reason. There’s lots of gold around the Judgment Day, and it’s thanks to her,” said Dominik Mysterio.

It will be fascinating to see how long Morgan can hang onto the Women’s World Championship moving forward on RAW.