June 21 / 17.00 Ascot

17.00

Good To Firm

Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap)

  • Prize money: £90195
  • 0m 6f 0y
  • Class 2
  • 30 runners
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Wokingham Stakes (Heritage Handicap)

Runners: 30 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Mostly sunny

16/1 (Won)

  • Win: £29.00
  • Place: £6.70

Form: 904641 CD

Last run: 43 days

W: 9st 3lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Multiple turf wins on good or quicker ground, the best of them when making all in the Stewards' Cup last August, when racing against the stand rail, and over C&D in May; back up 7lb and, although just 2lb higher than the former win, it's going to be a lot harder to pull off the same tactics here.
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17th

9

(27)

1st Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:35 Goodwood

Get It

9st 6lb

J: Pat Cosgrave

T: George Baker

Made all up the stands' rail when springing a 40-1 surprise in this race in 2024; added another major handicap when dominating last year's Wokingham; failed to beat a rival in his next three starts though (including in this race) and he has been absent for 314 days; his draw gives him the chance to repeat the heroics of 2024 but this looks a tough assignment on his return.

16/1

1

(9)

21st Sep 2025

Standard To Slow

0m 4f 214y

Class 2

16:07 Southwell (AW)

Get It

9st 12lb

J: Pat Cosgrave

T: George Baker

Over two years since he last ran on the AW but that made it 2-2 at Wolverhampton; won last year's Stewards' Cup and this year's Wokingham, so clearly a tip-top handicapper when on his game; found the ground too slow in last month's big handicap at Goodwood but his run back there last time is not so easily forgiven.

16/1

1

(5)

24th Aug 2025

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:00 Goodwood

Get It

10st 0lb

J: Pat Cosgrave

T: George Baker

Had an excuse (ground not fast enough) last time when failing by a long way to complete Stewards' Cup double; made all at Ascot (6f, good to firm) in his other two British runs this term, including the Wokingham; very useful handicapper when conditions are ideal.

3/1

4/1

  • Place: £1.65

Form: 323-11 D

Last run: 49 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Still learning the ropes as a sprinter, proving particularly strong in the closing stages at Newmarket (6f, good to soft) on yard debut and then finding that the uphill climb there came to his rescue, after he did not have the clearest of runs, when touching off Aramram in the last stride seven weeks ago (good; unraced on firmer); up 6lb but this test looks sure to bring out more from him; yard has won this race twice, most recently last year.
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4th

5

(1)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 213y

Class 1

14:27 Ascot

More Thunder

9st 3lb

J: Cieren Fallon

T: William Haggas

Usually held up; did very well over 6f/7f last term, including summer wins in a major handicap and Group 2; made a cracking first attempt at 1m when 2l second to Notable Speech in the Lockinge at Newbury on reappearance and backed that up by filling the same position in the Queen Anne at the Royal meeting (straight 1m, good to firm); the reopposing Zeus Olympios was behind him on both occasions; sets a good standard.

6/4

2nd

5

(9)

16th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

1m 0f 0y

Class 1

14:30 Ascot

More Thunder

9st 2lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: William Haggas

Usually held up in rear; did very well over 6f/7f last term, including summer wins in a major handicap and Group 2, as well as nearly landing the Wokingham at this meeting; made a cracking first attempt at 1m when only 2l behind Notable Speech (who got first run) in the Lockinge at Newbury on reappearance, taking form figures for current yard to 1121142 and suggesting he's set for another productive campaign; plausibly still improving and promises to be suited by this return to a stiffer course; major contender.

7/2

2nd

6

(9)

16th May 2026

Good

1m 0f 0y

Class 1

14:35 Newbury

More Thunder

9st 2lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: William Haggas

Usually held up in rear; raced at 1m1f/1m2f for previous stable; record of 4-6 (over 6f/7f) last term for new yard featured wins in a major handicap at Newmarket and Group 2 at Newbury, both on good to firm ground; respectable fourth in the Group 1 Foret at Longchamp (7f, very soft) on final start; shapes as if this new trip is worth exploring and may rate higher still.

7/1

22/1

  • Place: £5.80

Form: 117-10

Last run: 42 days

W: 9st 5lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 102

Form & Verdict
All races at 7f and progressed well with varying tactics, making all on reappearance at Newmarket (good; has won on good to firm), and the way he checked out tamely in a top handicap here in May suggests something wasn't right; races freely and well worth a go at 6f; now tongue tied; considered.
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18th

18

(13)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Ten Pounds

9st 3lb

J: Jamie Spencer

T: Joey Ramsden

All races over 7f until running a screamer in a close third of 28 (good to firm) in this race last year; ready winner of his next 6f start, on the AW last October; has had some trip and aids switches for new yard but looked back on a better path when a close, staying-on second in a 5f Carlisle Listed race (first-time cheekpieces replaced regular tongue-tie) last time; 3lb well in and has a big run in him back over C&D.

10/1

2nd

4

(3)

30th May 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 1

14:33 Carlisle

Ten Pounds

9st 7lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: Joey Ramsden

5-10 at 6f/7f for Harry Charlton; unplaced all four outings since joining current stable, finishing in midfield in Victoria Cup at Ascot most recently; unproven at 5f; wears headgear for the first time; others appeal more.

14/1

13th

4

(29)

9th May 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

14:20 Ascot

Ten Pounds

9st 10lb

J: Andrea Pinna

T: Joey Ramsden

Broadly progressive for previous yard but proved disappointing in this race last year, having raced freely; ran well in the Wokingham at Royal Ascot next time; not particularly solid on his 2026 form for new stable and it remains to be seen whether he settles returned to this C&D.

25/1

20/1

  • Place: £8.60

Form: 71-857 CD

Last run: 38 days

W: 9st 0lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 97

Form & Verdict
Regularly runs well in big-field sprints and in fine form here in 2024, finishing a close second of 26 over C&D before winning both subsequent starts (good and soft); may be high in the weights relative to this class of race but he shouldn't be far away following a luckless Goodwood run and then slightly short of room at York since.
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2

(1)

12th Jul 2025

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

16:50 Ascot

Holkham Bay

9st 12lb

J: Brandon Wilkie

T: William Knight

Progressive last year, with his three wins including two at Ascot (one over C&D); confirmed his affinity for the track with a good fourth in the Wokingham three weeks ago, a race where he was finishing fast up the stands' rail and comfortably beating the others to race on that part of the track; 1lb rise manageable but with the stalls on the stands' side there must be a query over the suitability of stall 1.

7/2

4th

29

(29)

21st Jun 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Holkham Bay

9st 0lb

J: Brandon Wilkie

T: William Knight

Regularly runs well in big-field sprints and in fine form here in 2024, finishing a close second of 26 over C&D before winning both subsequent starts (good and soft); may be high in the weights relative to this class of race but he shouldn't be far away following a luckless Goodwood run and then slightly short of room at York since.

20/1

7th

3

(12)

14th May 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:42 York

Holkham Bay

9st 7lb

J: Oisin Murphy

T: William Knight

Made good progress last season, winning handicaps over C&D and twice at Ascot (5f and 6f); unplaced twice this year but looked to need the run at Southwell and then met plenty of trouble at Goodwood 12 days ago (saw little daylight between 2f out and 1f out as the race was unfolding); 1lb lower today and Oisin Murphy, who won on him at Ascot in October, takes over; still has something to prove on good to firm, albeit he had a bleak draw when well held at the Ebor meeting last year.

6/1

Form: 54-115 D

Last run: 35 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Has made good progress in the last 12 months; won at Southwell (5f, AW) and Leicester (6f, good to firm) on first two starts this season before he was slightly disadvantaged by the way Aramram's Newbury race unfolded last time out; this asks for more but he could still take high rank.
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4th

10

(11)

1st Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:35 Goodwood

Completely Random

9st 6lb

J: Ryan Moore

T: Harry Charlton

Finished eighth behind Two Tribes in this race 12 months ago when 4lb lower; he is a better horse now, as emphasised by two 6f AW wins in January and a fine second in the Wokingham (cheekpieces first time) but he finished behind Two Tribes at Ascot last week and others look more appealing for win purposes.

14/1

13th

2

(12)

25th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

14:55 Ascot

Completely Random

9st 12lb

J: Ryan Moore

T: Harry Charlton

Returned to form when dropped back in trip in first-time cheekpieces (retained) in the Wokingham here (6f, good to firm) last month, finishing fast under Ryan Moore for a head second; on that evidence the return to 7f could be a good move and he's one to consider.

9/1

6th
18 (19)
Aramram

7/1

Form: -22221 D

Last run: 35 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Took time to get going in handicaps but things went much better in the autumn when he won either side of a second of 22 in the Ayr Silver Cup; has returned in the same vein this year, twice runner-up to More Thunder at Newmarket (6f; good to soft and good) before gaining a deserved Newbury win; up 4lb; should run to his level but one or two others may be on better marks now.
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5th

1

(3)

15th Aug 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:25 Ripon

Aramram

9st 12lb

J: Joe Leavy

T: Richard Hannon

Progressive handicapper last year; took form to a new level with a Listed win at Doncaster on his seasonal return and performed to a similar level when second in the Group 3 Abernant at Newmarket in April; Group 1 company was too much to handle at Royal Ascot and a mighty performance will be needed to defy his big weight back in a handicap (12lb higher than for his narrow Ascot win last October).

9/1

15th

2

(3)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:40 Ascot

Aramram

9st 5lb

J: Sean Levey

T: Richard Hannon

Last season concluded with C&D handicap win (soft); better than ever this year with a Listed win (6f, good to soft) and Group 3 second (6f, good) and another solid run when fifth of 13 in Group 2 at York (6f, good) last time; however, his form needs to go to another new level today.

40/1

5th

4

(7)

13th May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:30 York

Aramram

9st 10lb

J: Sean Levey

T: Richard Hannon

Steadily progressive over 6f, mostly in handicaps prior to showing bigger things this season by bagging Listed honours at Doncaster (good to soft) and finishing a good second in Group 3 at Newmarket (good); at the top of his form and may rate higher still; in the mix.

9/1

OUR TIP

Form: 2821-7 CD

Last run: 66 days

W: 9st 12lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 109

Form & Verdict
Can lead; often distinguishes himself at this level, including when runner-up in this race in 2023, and after going down narrowly in the Stewards' Cup at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) he was denied by only American Affair, who won the Group 1 King Charles III on Tuesday, in the Portland at Doncaster in September; justice was finally done when he saw off Jarraaf in a Group 3 over C&D (soft) in October but he needs to be better than ever to defy this mark.
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4th

16

(6)

19th Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 89y

Class 2

13:50 York

Apollo One

8st 13lb

J: Colin Keane

T: P Charalambous & J Clutterbuck

Fine servant to connections down the years; retains ability but he wasn't at his best here last month and younger rivals may have his measure.

16/1

11

(12)

8th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

13:35 Ascot

Apollo One

9st 5lb

T: P Charalambous & J Clutterbuck

10/1

10th

4

(10)

25th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:00 York

Apollo One

9st 6lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: P Charalambous & J Clutterbuck

Admirable campaigner down the years and although he hasn't placed in three visits to York, he has been poorly drawn in two of them and ran well in Listed company on the other occasion; looked to retain ability when third at Newmarket (6f, good to firm) on 2000 Guineas day and he shouldn't be crabbed for his Wokingham effort as he trounced the only other rival to race up the stands' rail; it has been a long time since he's had a mark this low; big run on the cards.

12/1

8th
6 (24)
Korker

25/1

Form: 9-9033

Last run: 16 days

W: 9st 6lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 103

Form & Verdict
Has run some excellent races in leading handicaps, such as when third of 25 in the Ayr Gold Cup (6f, good to firm) in September, and he was about only 1l behind Jarraaf in the C&D Group 3 won by Apollo One in October; needs to prove his stamina reserves are equal to this rugged test, though.
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8th

8

(9)

2nd Aug 2026

Good

0m 7f 1y

Class 2

15:52 Chester

Korker

9st 5lb

J: Jack Nicholls

T: K R Burke

On a long losing run but he has dropped to a dangerous mark and his latest Newcastle run confirmed he retains a good chunk of ability, surging to the front 1f out but failing to see out the stiff 7f; this easier test should suit and he can't be discounted.

10/1

4th

8

(12)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 7f 14y

Class 2

13:40 Newcastle (AW)

Korker

9st 1lb

J: Jack Nicholls

T: K R Burke

Slow starter; on a long losing run; creditable effort at Chester four weeks ago but this stiff 7f isn't sure to suit.

20/1

6th

7

(11)

30th May 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 1y

Class 2

15:30 Chester

Korker

9st 1lb

J: Jason Hart

T: K R Burke

Slow-starter; on a dangerous mark but he is without a win since October 2023 and one 7f run didn't see him improve for the trip.

28/1

11/1

Form: 027-47 D

Last run: 49 days

W: 9st 6lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 103

Form & Verdict
Has fallen between a few stools since his latest win, in a Listed race as a 2yo, and was a disappointing favourite for the Stewards' Cup at Goodwood last August (had good form there); running respectably in 2025 but it was More Thunder who did the better late work when they finished first and seventh at Newmarket (good) in May and he could probably have done with a wet week; still too talented to leave out.
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9th

8

(9)

30th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:35 Goodwood

Purosangue

9st 6lb

J: Kieran Shoemark

T: Robert Cowell

No win since 2023 but he has raced mainly over 5f for new yard and may show the benefit of this return to 6f; attractively treated on plenty of form and can't be dismissed.

7/1

8th

2

(10)

1st Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 7y

Class 2

19:30 Hamilton

Purosangue

9st 12lb

J: Kaiya Fraser

T: Robert Cowell

He hasn't won since a Listed success at York (6f, soft) in October 2023, but he's started for Robert Cowell with a trio of creditable efforts in competitive handicaps; could click for this yard at some point.

15/2

5th

3

(5)

26th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

19:28 Newcastle (AW)

Purosangue

9st 10lb

J: Jason Hart

T: Robert Cowell

He hasn't won since a Listed success at York (6f, soft) in October 2023; in the meantime he has often attracted support, favourite in the 2024 Stewards' Cup and last season's Ayr Gold Cup; two perfectly creditable efforts for Robert Cowell this year and he showed promise in one Tapeta run last spring; not discounted for a trainer who runs four.

6/1

40/1

Form: 30-649 C

Last run: 42 days

W: 9st 0lb

7 yo Colt

OR: 97

Form & Verdict
He's had what it takes at this level and was third of 26 in the 2022 running, but hard to place now and recent 7f handicap form isn't up to scratch; dropping in the weights but perhaps not quickly enough for a now-rare 6f run.
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4th

1

(8)

31st Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

19:32 Newmarket (July)

Jumby

9st 11lb

J: Oliver Carmichael

T: Eve Johnson Houghton

His last win was was in 2023 but that was a Group 3 event and he went close behind Where's Freddy over C&D (good to firm; 3-1 favourite) 13 days ago; on same mark here and he's a big player if he can repeat that form; visor added.

4/1

2nd

1

(4)

18th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 4

15:42 Newmarket (July)

Jumby

10st 0lb

J: Oliver Carmichael

T: Eve Johnson Houghton

On a three-year losing run and nothing like the force of old but his current mark reflects that and this is a good bit easier than the two handicaps he tackled in the spring; no surprise were this class dropper to go well with his yard among the winners.

8/1

12th

29

(24)

9th May 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

14:20 Ascot

Jumby

8st 12lb

J: Oliver Carmichael

T: Eve Johnson Houghton

Two-time Group winner over 7f but is on a near three-year losing spell and current mark reflects that he's not the force of old (admittedly showed bits of useful form in 2025); needs to step up on reappearance effort; failed to shine in the last two runnings of this contest.

33/1

Form: 54-590 D

Last run: 4 days

W: 9st 3lb

7 yo Gelding

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Grand old sprinter who was in the frame in the Group 1 King's Stand here in 2022 and 2023 but was down the field in that race on Tuesday and has been some way off even last year's best form for new yard; needs weight off his back if he's to make his way in handicaps again.
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1st

12

(19)

28th Jul 2026

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

16:10 Goodwood

Twilight Calls

8st 12lb

J: Saffie Osborne

T: Richard Spencer

Classy sprinter back in the day and the new visor has been floating his boat with recent form figures of 121 in 5f handicaps, latterly getting up in the nick of time at Newmarket; only 3lb higher and this hold-up performer should have this run to suit; finished fifth in last year's Stewards' Cup, faring best in his group; firmly in calculations.

8/1

1st

3

(7)

10th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 3

16:45 Newmarket (July)

Twilight Calls

9st 9lb

J: Saffie Osborne

T: Richard Spencer

Formerly high class; ended a long losing run at Sandown (5f, good) last month when visored for the first time; beaten at odds-on at Yarrmouth six days later; another 3lb higher today but not handicapped out of things.

8/1

2nd

2

(5)

18th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 42y

Class 4

14:40 Yarmouth

Twilight Calls

9st 8lb

J: Silvestre De Sousa

T: Richard Spencer

Ended a losing run of over four years when the well-backed winner of a 5f handicap at Sandown (good ground; visored first time) last week; still has plenty of handicapping scope given his back class and this should be run to suit him.

13/8

15/2

Form: 4112-4 CD BF

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 105

Form & Verdict
Well ahead of his mark when winning two C&D handicaps (good and good to firm) last summer and he chased Apollo One home in a Group 3 here on soft in October; caught out for a bit of pace at a crucial stage when turned over at a short price in a Listed Salisbury race on reappearance but he should come on for the run and this thorough test will be ideal; strong claims.
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4

(8)

19th Jul 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

14:57 Newbury

Jarraaf

9st 9lb

J: William Buick

T: Owen Burrows

Progressive last summer, winning two 6f handicaps at Ascot and ending the campaign with a fine second in a Group 3 over the same C&D; promising return at Salisbury and was well backed ahead of his Wokingham bid four weeks ago, only to drop away in the closing stages; versatile groundwise; still early days and new blinkers could give him a lift.

13/2

12th

5

(12)

21st Jun 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Jarraaf

9st 8lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Owen Burrows

Well ahead of his mark when winning two C&D handicaps (good and good to firm) last summer and he chased Apollo One home in a Group 3 here on soft in October; caught out for a bit of pace at a crucial stage when turned over at a short price in a Listed Salisbury race on reappearance but he should come on for the run and this thorough test will be ideal; strong claims.

15/2

4th

2

(5)

24th May 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

18:50 Salisbury

Jarraaf

9st 7lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Owen Burrows

Improved for the return to 6f last summer, comfortably winning two handicaps at Ascot before a fine second in a Group 3 (soft ground) when last seen 231 days ago; still has low mileage and should make a bold bid for last year's winning stable.

11/4

16/1

Form: 5316-2 D

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 9lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 106

Form & Verdict
Did well when fifth of 19 in the Group 3 Jersey at this meeting (7f, good to firm) last year considering he didn't get the best of runs; later proved he has what it takes over 6f when winning at Doncaster (soft) and the return to good to firm was no hindrance when involved in a tight finish for a Listed Salisbury race on his reappearance; may do better yet.
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5th

11

(2)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

14:10 Newcastle (AW)

Zoum Zoum

9st 5lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Ralph Beckett

Ran poorly on his reappearance at Salisbury (6f, good) five weeks ago; best efforts give him a squeak and he is effective on AW but others appeal more for win purposes.

16/1

9th

8

(5)

23rd May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

19:15 Salisbury

Zoum Zoum

9st 7lb

J: Hollie Doyle

T: Ralph Beckett

Just missed out in this race on his reappearance 12 months ago (good to firm); ended 2025 with two good second-place finishes in Listed company at Doncaster and Southwell; each-way shout once again.

6/1

4th

7

(7)

13th Sep 2025

Good To Soft

0m 7f 6y

Class 1

15:00 Doncaster

Zoum Zoum

9st 6lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Ralph Beckett

Ran well in Listed grade at Salisbury on reappearance; has failed to repeat that form in two major handicaps at Ascot since; returns to the scene of his last success (6f, soft) but this is a stiffer assignment.

25/1

22/1

Form: 817792 D

Last run: 15 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Close third of 16 in the Listed Chesham (7f, good to firm) here as 2yo; has rather see-sawed since but he made all over 6f on the AW in February and returned to form with a close call at Epsom (7f, good to soft) recently; however, different skills are needed in this first 6f handicap on turf.
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19th

3

(6)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:10 York

Golden Mind

9st 8lb

J: Oisin Orr

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Inconsistent but he is a smart performer, as when beating his 21 rivals at Doncaster last November (6f, heavy); raced exclusively at 7f since, with mixed results, but this mark isn't beyond him and a big run could be on the cards back down in distance.

50/1

15th

1

(14)

25th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

14:55 Ascot

Golden Mind

9st 12lb

J: Ryan Sexton

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Below his best on his last two runs, most recently over C&D at the Royal meeting; has some good C&D form, however, such as when fourth in both this race last year and the Victoria Cup in May; not ruled out each-way.

50/1

23th

5

(22)

18th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

18:10 Ascot

Golden Mind

9st 10lb

J: Oisin Orr

T: Richard & Peter Fahey

Failed to beat a rival in Group race last time; seemed to run well in the Victoria Cup over C&D in his most recent handicap attempt but was always favourably positioned the way the race went and needs to prove he can back up the form; still on career-high mark.

25/1

Form: -30456 D

Last run: 35 days

W: 9st 2lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 99

Form & Verdict
Has won at 6f on AW and was a close fifth of 25 in the Stewards' Cup at Goodwood (6f, good to firm) in August, but others are likely to be coming home more strongly unless a first-time tongue-tie makes all the difference.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

9th

3

(15)

21st Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 1

15:35 York

Cover Up

10st 1lb

J: William Buick

T: Simon & Ed Crisford

Has won on soft and yielding ground but best on good or quicker; came from the clouds before meeting trouble in running in the King Charles III at Royal Ascot, so did well to finish about 3l behind the winner; again came from behind when leading near the line in a Group 2 at the Curragh since; in prime form but those tactics can be hard to pull off here.

14/1

1st

2

(8)

18th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

15:25 Curragh

Cover Up

9st 9lb

J: James Doyle

T: Simon & Ed Crisford

British raider was in fine form at Meydan at the turn of the year, winning a Listed (yielding) and a Group 2 (good), both over 5f; didn't get the smoothest of runs when beaten 3.5l in the King Charles III at Royal Ascot last time (behind Rosy Affair and Jakajaro) and could get closer here if getting a clear passage.

7/1

13th

4

(21)

16th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 1

15:40 Ascot

Cover Up

9st 7lb

J: James McDonald

T: Simon & Ed Crisford

One of his best domestic efforts when winning a C&D handicap last July; seemingly improved when successful in 5f Listed and Group 2 events at Meydan (yielding and good) in midwinter but has much more to do in this company.

28/1

22/1

Form: 2-1126 D

Last run: 41 days

W: 9st 8lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 105

Form & Verdict
Shot up the weights following a good spell in Bahrain in midwinter which included handicap wins at 7f and 6f and he took time to pick up when a never-nearer sixth of 13 on Newcastle AW (6f) in May; has some potential on grass but perhaps not enough for this competitive a race.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

7th

10

(15)

2nd Aug 2026

Yielding To Soft

0m 7f 0y

16:00 Galway

City House

9st 4lb

J: James Ryan

T: Adrian McGuinness

Yet to win for this yard, but handicapper slow enough to relent; fair fourth to Gleneagle Bay at Cork in June; first time here, which will be an eye-opener for him.

14/1

11th

7

(21)

18th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 63y

14:50 Curragh

City House

9st 6lb

J: Ronan Whelan

T: Adrian McGuinness

Smart turf form at up to 7f in Bahrain for George Scott early last year; some good runs this year, second to Sir Les Patterson on the AW (6f) in February and close fourth at Chester in May (7.5f, good); no luck in running in the Habitat here (won by Headmaster), again behind that rival at Cork.

12/1

4th

4

(10)

14th Jun 2026

Good

0m 7f 0y

14:37 Cork

City House

9st 4lb

J: Adam Caffrey

T: Adrian McGuinness

Smart turf form at up to 7f in Bahrain for George Scott early last year; some good runs for current yard this year, second to Sir Les Patterson on the AW (6f) in February and close fourth at Chester in May (7.5f, good); caught the eye when running on late after not getting a clear run in the Habitat at the Curragh (6f, good); could go close.

11/1

17th
15 (26)
Orazio

14/1

Form: 03000- CD

Last run: 252 days

W: 9st 2lb

6 yo Colt

OR: 99

Form & Verdict
Made a very bright start to his handicap career when winning twice in the spring of 2023 before a never-nearer sixth of 27 in this race; maddeningly in and out since but he was nevertheless an excellent close third in this (good to firm) under Saffie Osborne 12 months ago and the lack of a recent run isn't necessarily a drawback; no surprise to see his grey head loom up late.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

4

(14)

6th Sep 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:25 Ascot

Orazio

9st 11lb

J: Jim Crowley

T: Charles Hills

Looked the proverbial Group horse in a handicap when sauntering to success over C&D in May 2023 on soft ground; more bad days than good since then but flashes last season that he was still a top-notch sprinter on his day, as when third in the Wokingham off a 6lb higher mark than today's; no better than midfield in two feature handicaps this summer but he didn't run too badly at Goodwood and he has too much ability to discount under these conditions.

16/1

14

(3)

2nd Aug 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:05 Goodwood

Orazio

9st 2lb

J: Rossa Ryan

T: Charles Hills

Has let his supporters down in a host of top handicaps since looking to have the sprinting scene at his mercy in early 2023; has run to form only sporadically in the last two years but his good days are still very good, as when third in last season's Wokingham off a 3lb higher mark; never threatened in this year's Wokingham but it was after an absence and better can be expected this afternoon; stable won this in 2015 and 2019.

25/1

17th

15

(26)

21st Jun 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Orazio

9st 2lb

J: Saffie Osborne

T: Charles Hills

Made a very bright start to his handicap career when winning twice in the spring of 2023 before a never-nearer sixth of 27 in this race; maddeningly in and out since but he was nevertheless an excellent close third in this (good to firm) under Saffie Osborne 12 months ago and the lack of a recent run isn't necessarily a drawback; no surprise to see his grey head loom up late.

14/1

18th
26 (10)
Germanic

20/1

Form: 308-52

Last run: 41 days

W: 9st 0lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 97

Form & Verdict
Impressive AW winner for William Haggas last June; kept to good to soft and soft on turf for him after, showing useful form once; he should do well as a 4yo, given his strong effort in a warm handicap on Newcastle AW (6f) on second start for this yard, and no surprise if he goes well.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

11th

1

(11)

21st Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 7y

Class 3

18:45 Hamilton

Germanic

10st 1lb

J: Ryan Sexton

T: Julie Camacho

Best form has been on AW, with a career high at Newcastle in January (5f); 0-12 on grass and well down the field in a Class 2 at Glorious Goodwood latest.

12/1

19th

8

(14)

28th Jul 2026

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

16:10 Goodwood

Germanic

9st 2lb

J: Ryan Sexton

T: Julie Camacho

All three wins and best form have been on the AW, delivering a career high at Newcastle in January (5f AW); lower turf mark sees him 2lb higher here but he is 0-11 on grass and lacks a recent run.

50/1

1st

3

(6)

24th Jan 2026

Standard

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

17:35 Newcastle (AW)

Germanic

8st 10lb

J: Rowan Scott

T: Julie Camacho

Strong 6f form here until a disappointing run eight days ago, tanking through the race but finding little off the bridle; should be fine back at 5f and he remains on a dangerous mark.

7/2

19th
24 (20)
Woodhay Wonder

16/1

Form: 430-38 D

Last run: 49 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Filly

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Good or quicker ground is ideal; close up in two 5f handicaps on this course last summer but she has a great record over 6f at Newmarket as well, so it's slightly offputting that she didn't run better behind More Thunder there on second run back from a break; some reservations this time.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

5

(9)

11th Oct 2025

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

16:50 Newmarket

Woodhay Wonder

9st 3lb

J: Sean Levey

T: Tom Ward

Latest three wins were over C&D (good to firm and good) and although her most recent efforts haven't been up to much (in cheekpieces the last twice, now discarded) she was thereabouts in two strong 6f handicaps here in the spring; might be all the better for a recent break and not dismissed.

10/1

8th

2

(3)

29th Jul 2025

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

17:30 Goodwood

Woodhay Wonder

9st 11lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: Tom Ward

Had an excellent 2024 season, winning two over 6f and close up in strong 5f handicaps (all on good or quicker ground) as well; this season hasn't been going so swimmingly, though, with fitting cheekpieces no obvious help at Ascot (back over 5f) 17 days ago; has to turn things round.

7/1

5

(13)

12th Jul 2025

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

16:50 Ascot

Woodhay Wonder

9st 10lb

J: Sean Levey

T: Tom Ward

Fourth in last season's Palace Of Holyroodhouse over C&D and she's rated 2lb lower now; hasn't found her best yet in 2025 but cheekpieces are now added and the stable is in good form; interesting.

8/1

50/1

Form: 1/0/00 C

Last run: 127 days

W: 9st 0lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 97

Form & Verdict
Smart for Charlie Appleby in his youth, four wins including the Group 3 Jersey at this meeting as a 3yo (made all); however, he missed all of 2024 and beat a total of one rival in two AW runs for David O'Meara before sold on for 4,200gns in March; can only be watched.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

3

(1)

23rd Sep 2025

Heavy

1m 0f 0y

16:50 Listowel

Noble Truth

9st 8lb

J: Donagh O’Connor

T: John C McConnell

Won the Jersey Stakes in 2022 for Godolphin but few runs since for various trainers and badly regressive; not easy to fancy despite plummeting mark.

28/1

11

(10)

13th Sep 2025

Soft

0m 7f 0y

14:50 Leopardstown

Noble Truth

8st 13lb

J: James Ryan

T: John C McConnell

Landed the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2022 for Charlie Appleby; nearer last than first in all five starts since, including twice in big Ascot handicaps this summer; much reduced mark but impossible to have faith in.

25/1

12

(18)

26th Jul 2025

Good

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

15:00 Ascot

Noble Truth

9st 1lb

J: Neil Callan

T: John C McConnell

Landed the Jersey Stakes at Royal Ascot in 2022; four duck eggs since, latest in the Wokingham on debut for this Irish yard; best watched unless the market suggests a big revival is likely.

33/1

28/1

Form: -35191 D

Last run: 44 days

W: 9st 1lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Has shown his best form at Chester, winning over both sprint trips, but his 5f win there in May came in a much less competitive race than this and he was 100-1 when never involved in this race last June.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

7th

1

(5)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 17y

Class 3

17:00 Chester

Roman Dragon

10st 0lb

J: Jack Nicholls

T: Hugo Palmer

Back to the mark off which he won a 5f handicap at the May meeting; not had optimal conditions since but returning to 6f and dropping in class could see a revival from this eight-time course winner.

5/1

6th

3

(6)

2nd Aug 2026

Good

0m 7f 1y

Class 2

15:52 Chester

Roman Dragon

9st 13lb

J: David Probert

T: Hugo Palmer

Eight course wins to his name, the latest in May (5f, good) off a 2lb lower mark; had form over 7f in his youth but this year's two C&D runs haven't been convincing.

16/1

9th

4

(9)

11th Jul 2026

Good

0m 7f 1y

Class 1

15:52 Chester

Roman Dragon

9st 7lb

J: Jack Callan

T: Hugo Palmer

Has won in Bahrain but all eight British wins have come at Chester (5f/6f); his last success was in May but he's gone backwards since and was beaten 14l in the Wokingham last time; now returns to Chester but he's drawn out wide and has something to prove back up in trip.

14/1

28/1

Form: 80-770 CD

Last run: 64 days

W: 9st 0lb

7 yo Colt

OR: 97

Form & Verdict
Won yard debut in the 2023 running of this and he followed that with a close third in a Group 1 at Deauville but he never even reached the frame in 2024, finishing well back in this race; some faint signs of life on AW in 2025 but he needs to return to his best pronto to have any chance.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

6th

4

(4)

3rd Aug 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:54 Ripon

Saint Lawrence

9st 3lb

J: Shane Gray

T: Kevin Ryan

Having dropped down the weights he was a good second on his seasonal and stable debut at Ascot (6f, good) in May; however, two lesser runs have followed and this 8yo remains without a win since June 2023.

7/1

5th

5

(8)

17th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 6y

Class 2

19:15 Hamilton

Saint Lawrence

9st 2lb

J: Kevin Stott

T: Kevin Ryan

Having dropped down the weights he was a close second at Ascot (6f, good) in May on his stable/seasonal debut, and perhaps the soft ground didn't suit at Epsom last time; not written off but this 8yo has been regressive and remains without a win since June 2023.

10/1

12th

16

(1)

6th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 3y

Class 2

17:55 Epsom

Saint Lawrence

8st 9lb

J: Sam James

T: Kevin Ryan

Proved resurgent with close second at Ascot (6f, good) on stable/seasonal debut; defied a stone higher mark in the Wokingham three years ago and has possibilities even though he hasn't won since.

12/1

25/1

Form: -13180 C

Last run: 9 days

W: 9st 10lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 107

Form & Verdict
Often leads; classy 2yo form included a Group 2 win in the Norfolk (5f) here in 2023; out of sorts last summer but he's won three times on AW (at 5f, 6f and 1m) since October and 7f on soft going wouldn't have been much good to him in a Group 3 at Leopardstown last week; however, this first turf handicap is a new challenge.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

7th

2

(4)

15th Aug 2026

Standard

0m 6f 0y

14:25 Dundalk (AW)

Valiant Force

10st 0lb

J: Donagh O’Connor

T: Robson De Aguiar

Five-time winner at the track at 5f-8f, including 4-runner minor contest last winter; out of form on turf in first half of season and last month's AW return leaves him with a fair bit to find with some of these.

10/1

7th

1

(6)

12th Jul 2026

Standard

0m 5f 0y

14:00 Dundalk (AW)

Valiant Force

10st 4lb

J: Donagh O’Connor

T: Robson De Aguiar

Struggling on turf this season but won his last start over C&D in February and, overall, he has won five times at this venue over a variety of trips; second behind Eclairage in this last season; a return to form would come as no surprise but David Egan prefers Ipanema Queen.

16/1

13th

1

(7)

27th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

17:05 Curragh

Valiant Force

10st 0lb

J: Donagh O’Connor

T: Robson De Aguiar

Sole win on turf in the 2023 Norfolk Stakes; has won five conditions races at Dundalk since, the most recent over 5f in February; has struggled since then; drop in class after contesting a Listed race and C&D Group 2 in May; was 20lb higher at his peak; still an entire.

12/1

24th
14 (25)
Desert Cop

40/1

Form: -82210 D

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 3lb

5 yo Gelding

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Can lead; had some good results for previous yard and was running well in Bahrain earlier in 2025 for this one but he wasn't on his game in the Dash at Epsom recently, nor was he good enough in this race last year.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

10th

6

(5)

10th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 12y

Class 2

19:15 Windsor

Desert Cop

9st 2lb

J: Benoit De La Sayette

T: George Baker

Took advantage of a more favourable mark when winning over this C&D (good to firm) in June, a first win in Britain for over two years; perhaps downhill tracks weren't so helpful in two runs since, at 6f and 5f, but he still has something to find in this company.

25/1

20th

13

(10)

28th Jul 2026

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

16:10 Goodwood

Desert Cop

8st 12lb

J: Benoit De La Sayette

T: George Baker

Ended a losing run in a Class 4 at Windsor (6f, good to firm) last month but only fourth of seven when penalised at Epsom; well beaten in his two visits here.

50/1

16/1

Form: 60-300 D

Last run: 76 days

W: 9st 5lb

5 yo Colt

OR: 102

Form & Verdict
Thereabouts in 6f Group races in France and Ireland last summer, including on good to firm, and has shed a few pounds with his mark since; hampered on last two AW starts and not discounted back on turf in first-time cheekpieces for yard that won this with 22-1 shot Saint Lawrence (also runs today) in 2023.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

25th

9

(3)

21st Jun 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Shartash

9st 5lb

J: James Doyle

T: Archie Watson

Thereabouts in 6f Group races in France and Ireland last summer, including on good to firm, and has shed a few pounds with his mark since; hampered on last two AW starts and not discounted back on turf in first-time cheekpieces for yard that won this with 22-1 shot Saint Lawrence (also runs today) in 2023.

16/1

10th

4

(2)

6th Apr 2025

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 2

16:55 Southwell (AW)

Shartash

9st 8lb

J: Luke Morris

T: Archie Watson

Two 7f wins last spring, including Listed; made a promising seasonal/handicap debut when third at Lingfield in February (6f) but he was disappointing over C&D last month, awkward leaving the stalls but unable to make up any ground in the straight; dropped another 2lb; more appealing over further.

10/1

10th

4

(2)

6th Apr 2025

Standard

0m 6f 16y

Class 2

16:55 Southwell (AW)

Shartash

9st 8lb

J: Luke Morris

T: Archie Watson

Two 7f wins last spring, including Listed; made a promising seasonal/handicap debut when third at Lingfield in February (6f) but he was disappointing over C&D last month, awkward leaving the stalls but unable to make up any ground in the straight; dropped another 2lb; more appealing over further.

10/1

50/1

Form: 08-621 D

Last run: 46 days

W: 9st 3lb

6 yo Gelding

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Won a good-ground Group 2 at Chantilly (5f) in 2023 but the rest of his form says he would have welcomed good to soft or slower and this is the first time he's raced on ground quicker than good.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

26th

12

(21)

21st Jun 2025

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

17:00 Ascot

Game Run

9st 3lb

J: Marvin Grandin

T: Elias Mikhalides

Won a good-ground Group 2 at Chantilly (5f) in 2023 but the rest of his form says he would have welcomed good to soft or slower and this is the first time he's raced on ground quicker than good.

50/1

50/1

Form: 267119 D

Last run: 38 days

W: 9st 1lb

4 yo Colt

OR: 98

Form & Verdict
Three 6f wins on AW since November but he called it quits well over 1f out on return to turf at York in May and, although it's never wise to rule out the yard in top sprints (they have won this race twice), he has it to prove on course debut.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

7th

8

(2)

28th Aug 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

16:00 Thirsk

We Never Stop

9st 11lb

J: Kevin Stott

T: Kevin Ryan

On a losing run but he posted a very good second after wind surgery at Chester (6f) in June; went without his usual cheekpieces when last of 21 in 6f York handicap last month; no surprise to see him bounce back.

25/1

21th

12

(13)

25th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:00 York

We Never Stop

8st 13lb

J: Kevin Stott

T: Kevin Ryan

Three poor runs to begin his turf campaign but he underwent wind surgery in June and returned to form with a close second at Chester (6f, good) four weeks ago; not certain to confirm those placings with Stratusnine.

20/1

2nd

5

(2)

27th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 17y

Class 3

15:03 Chester

We Never Stop

9st 7lb

J: Tom Eaves

T: Kevin Ryan

Seems best on the AW these days and has run poorly on his last three turf outings; his hopes hinge on a recent wind operation having a positive effect.

14/1

40/1

Form: 40-530 CD

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 2lb

7 yo Filly

OR: 99

Form & Verdict
Group 3 winner over C&D in 2021 and she's often run well here since but a return to her best hasn't been sighted so far this year; capable of a big run back in a handicap but couldn't count on one.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

4

(12)

11th Oct 2025

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

16:50 Newmarket

Vadream

9st 3lb

J: Billy Loughnane

T: Charlie Fellowes

Has won and gone close in Group 3s (5f) on this track; seems to have lost some firepower this year but she wasn't far away in a 6f Listed race here in May nor was she disgraced in the Group 1 Flying Five in Ireland recently; might have a better chance than these terms suggest, at least for a place.

16/1

11th

13

(6)

14th Sep 2025

Yielding

0m 5f 0y

15:15 Curragh

Vadream

9st 3lb

J: Kieran Shoemark

T: Charlie Fellowes

On a long losing run, and now to 93 from the 107 mark she held when failing to make an impact in this event last season; in rear in the Temple Stakes won by Mgheera; down the field in the Wokingham and the Coral Golden Handicap.

66/1

19

(5)

2nd Aug 2025

Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:05 Goodwood

Vadream

9st 1lb

J: Kieran Shoemark

T: Charlie Fellowes

Losing run stretches back over two years; happiest on slow ground; tailed off in the Wokingham six weeks ago and returning cheekpieces aren't enough to make her of interest.

28/1

20/1

Form: 311-44 D

Last run: 35 days

W: 8st 13lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 96

Form & Verdict
Has a good strike-rate over 6f on good to firm and was on the upgrade at the end of 2024, really wanting it when following up a Windsor win next time at York; he ran a shade flat behind Aramram at Newbury on his second run back from a break but this stiff test can suit and he remains capable of better; headgear discarded; stable also runs More Thunder.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

1st

8

(1)

13th May 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:30 York

Elmonjed

9st 10lb

J: William Buick

T: William Haggas

Steps up further in class but he has progressive York form and brings impressive stats, being 3-4 over C&D (gained last win cosily in good-ground Listed race) and 4-9 in headgear, which is reapplied with Newmarket reappearance under his belt; has a better chance than bare ratings suggest.

12/1

9th

5

(8)

16th Apr 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:00 Newmarket

Elmonjed

9st 9lb

J: Tom Marquand

T: William Haggas

Has form on the Newmarket tracks but recorded last three wins at York, including when beating Crestofdistinction with more in hand than the narrow margin suggests in Listed grade on most recent appearance; likely to be more interesting when back at that venue.

14/1

Form: 6-2634 D BF

Last run: 33 days

W: 8st 13lb

4 yo Gelding

OR: 96

Form & Verdict
Has run in only one 6f handicap and he won it narrowly at Windsor (good to firm) in August; probably found his latest run there coming too soon, after finishing third of 17 to Tuesday's King Charles III winner American Affair at York (5f) in May; this calls for new stamina reserves.
Place /
No / Draw
Date / Going /
Distance / Class
Time + Course Horse + Weight
Jockey / Trainer
Verdict Starting price

2nd

3

(4)

29th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

16:55 Goodwood

Toca Madera

9st 12lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: David O’Meara

Has done himself proud since Doncaster win in June, finishing close up over 5f at the big meeting here and again in the Stewards' Cup (6f) four days later; another smart effort when third of 21 at York next time but well held on good to soft there since and deteriorating ground would be a worry.

5/1

16th

12

(14)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

16:10 York

Toca Madera

9st 4lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: David O’Meara

Back in top form for David O'Meara this summer, running well twice at Glorious Goodwood and again when third of 21 here (5.4f, good) on Wednesday; tanked through Wednesday's race but didn't see it out quite so well as the front two; the worry today is that further rain has fallen and he is ideally suited by good to firm.

10/1

3rd

9

(4)

19th Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 89y

Class 2

13:50 York

Toca Madera

9st 4lb

J: Daniel Tudhope

T: David O’Meara

He has performed with credit in all three York runs; two fine runs at Glorious Goodwood, notably in the Stewards' Cup in which he would have gone very close to winning granted a clear run at a crucial stage; races off the same mark and has a big run in him.

6/1

Non-runners

Symbol Of Honour

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Exacta £153.90
Straight Forecast £115.63
Tricast £1744.71
Trifecta £5813.00

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