Bell relishing Evie Lockinge tilt

Matron Stakes winner Red Evie is in flying form ahead of her seasonal reappearance in the Juddmonte Lockinge at Newbury on May 19.

Michael Bell’s filly was one of the success stories of last season as she progressed from winning a handicap at Yarmouth off 77 to Group One glory at Leopardstown.

She is to be campaigned over a mile again this term – with the possibility of dropping back down to seven furlongs.

“Red Evie is heading for the Lockinge and she is in good order, I’m really looking forward to it,” said Bell.

“It is full steam ahead with her now.

“I don’t envisage her stepping up in trip this year, she has the speed to win over seven so if anything she could step back in trip.”