15.20
StandardBetUK Winter Derby Stakes (Group 3)
- Prize money: £56710
- 1m 3f 23y
- Class 1
- 6 runners
Runners: 6 runners
Type: Flat AW
Surface: Tapeta
Weather: Partly cloudy
2/1 (Won)
- Win: £3.30
- Place: £1.30
Form: 1105-2 BF
Last run: 30 days
W: 9st 2lb
4 yo Colt
OR: 109
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1 (5) |
23rd Aug 2025 Good 1m 2f 0y Class 1 |
9st 7lb |
Record of 5-13 and his last two wins were in Group 3 at Southwell (1m3f) last January and a Listed event at Kempton (1m2f) this spring; ran into some trouble when creditable sixth of 16 in Listed Wolferton Stakes at Royal Ascot (1m2f, good to firm) and he was only narrowly denied back in a Group 3 at Haydock two weeks ago; was as good as ever with that bold bid and he's the standout contender in this line-up. |
4/7 |
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2nd 5 (7) |
9th Aug 2025 Good 1m 2f 100y Class 1 |
9st 7lb |
Best turf form when just over 2l sixth of 16 in Listed race at Royal Ascot (1m2f, good to firm) latest start, a race which Haatem won but this 5yo gave him 3lb and eventually ran on well after trouble in running; on that evidence there's not much between them and they are leading contenders. |
4/1 |
|
6th 3 (10) |
17th Jun 2025 Good 1m 1f 212y Class 1 |
9st 8lb |
Added to his very good AW record with a stylish win in a Listed race at Kempton (1m2f) in April but he wasn't in quite the same form when fourth (Phantom Flight third) in the Brigadier Gerard at Sandown since and there are doubts as to whether he's still as effective on turf as AW; also has a 3lb penalty for the Kempton win. |
8/1 |
13/8
- Place: £1.30
Form: 54/11-
Last run: 336 days
W: 9st 3lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 120
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
8th 5 (5) |
19th Jun 2024 Good To Firm 1m 1f 212y Class 1 |
9st 2lb |
Won this race in 2020 and gained further Group 1 wins in the 2021, 2022 and 2023 Dubai Turf; only midfield in this year's edition of that 1m1f race at Meydan but he was a close third in Group 2 at Sandown (1m) on latest outing; this step back up in trip will surely suit but, as an 8yo, he's probably no longer at the level required to win this. |
25/1 |
|
3rd 4 (5) |
26th Apr 2024 Good 1m 0f 0y Class 1 |
9st 3lb |
Four-time Group 1 scorer at 1m1f/1m2f; only midfield at Meydan last month when bidding for a fourth success in the Dubai Turf, albeit things didn't pan out perfectly; still needs to show he retains every ounce of ability aged eight but sets a high standard on his best figures. |
3/1 |
4/1
Form: 27021-
Last run: 55 days
W: 9st 3lb
6 yo Gelding
OR: 108
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1st 2 (14) |
3rd Apr 2026 Standard 1m 0f 5y Class 2 |
9st 9lb |
As reliable as they come on AW, winning five of his 16 starts in this sphere and second or third on a further nine occasions; has a rare handicap run today but he looks held by Chancellor on their Southwell clash in February (3lb better off for a length but the winner had a bit to spare). |
7/1 |
|
2nd 6 (2) |
7th Feb 2026 Standard 1m 0f 13y Class 1 |
9st 2lb |
Two Listed wins at Lingfield, including this race 12 months ago; may have needed the run when 3l behind Chancellor at Kempton in December and went desperately close over 1m2f later that month; shouldn't be too far away once more. |
5/1 |
|
8 (8) |
7th Jun 2025 Good 1m 0f 113y Class 1 |
9st 8lb |
Better than ever in most recent AW attempt, winning 1m Listed event at Lingfield; finished behind two of today's opponents at Ascot since, taking turf record to 0-6; not the percentage call. |
20/1 |
20/1
Form: 6752-6
Last run: 30 days
W: 9st 3lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 103
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 4 (2) |
30th May 2026 Good To Firm 1m 3f 39y Class 2 |
9st 6lb |
Campaigned in the UAE this winter, last seen finishing tailed off at Meydan; still 4lb higher than for his last win in Britain and probably best watched after three months off. |
20/1 |
|
2 (2) |
14th Aug 2025 Good To Firm 1m 2f 0y Class 2 |
9st 11lb |
Career highlight was at Royal Ascot 2022 but he capitalised on a career-low mark to win at Newmarket (1m4f, good to firm) last month; long list of possible excuses next time and not disgraced at Ascot last Saturday, so he needs a second look. |
10/1 |
|
2 (5) |
9th Aug 2025 Good To Firm 1m 3f 211y Class 2 |
10st 1lb |
Career highlight was at Royal Ascot 2022 but he capitalised on a career-low mark to win at Newmarket (1m4f, good to firm) last month; long list of possible excuses at Yarmouth 12 days later, so he remains of interest. |
6/1 |
33/1
Form: /1643-
Last run: 98 days
W: 9st 3lb
8 yo Gelding
OR: 103
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
5th 4 (5) |
1st Apr 2024 Standard To Slow 1m 1f 219y Class 1 |
9st 3lb |
Landed the Winter Derby three years ago but has lacked consistency since and faces a difficult assignment against some unexposed/better types in this field; yard has a much stronger chance with Lion's Pride. |
20/1 |
|
5th 4 (5) |
1st Apr 2024 Standard To Slow 1m 1f 219y Class 1 |
9st 3lb |
Landed the Winter Derby three years ago but has lacked consistency since and faces a difficult assignment against some unexposed/better types in this field; yard has a much stronger chance with Lion's Pride. |
20/1 |
|
5th 3 (3) |
24th Feb 2024 Standard 1m 3f 23y Class 1 |
9st 3lb |
soon led, clear after 1f |
33/1 |
13/2
Form: 3/214/
Last run: 665 days
W: 9st 3lb
5 yo Colt
OR: 109
| Place / No / Draw |
Date / Going /
Distance / Class |
Time + Course Horse + Weight Jockey / Trainer |
Verdict | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
2nd 2 (2) |
1st May 2026 Good 1m 4f 0y Class 1 |
9st 5lb |
Had 1m4f wins last season in a Group 3 at Newbury (good to firm) in May and Group 2 in Italy (good; made all for career-best form) in October; tailed off in Hong Kong on final start but has a shout if back to his best. |
9/2 |
|
4th 1 (1) |
26th Sep 2025 Good 1m 4f 0y Class 1 |
9st 12lb |
Fourth in 2,000 Guineas here in 2022 prior to long absence; back to his best when winning the Group 3 Aston Park Stakes at Newbury (1m4f, good to firm) in May; unraced since and carries a 5lb penalty today but he goes well fresh and could play another leading role. |
15/2 |
|
1st 4 (5) |
17th May 2025 Good 1m 4f 0y Class 1 |
9st 2lb |
Good fourth in 2,000 Guineas in 2022, then absent for nearly two years; close second in Listed contest at Ayr (1m2f, good to firm) last September and has run some respectable races in defeat since; it's possible he has some untapped potential at this trip but others have more substance to their claims. |
14/1 |
+o+e Accumulators
| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | £5.80 |
| Straight Forecast | £5.35 |
| Trifecta | £13.70 |
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