October 18 / 13.30 Ascot

13.30

Good

Qipco British Champions Day Two-Year-Old Conditions Stakes (GBB Race)

  • Prize money: £128850
  • 0m 6f 0y
  • Class 2
  • 11 runners
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Qipco British Champions Day Two-Year-Old Conditions Stakes (GBB Race)

Runners: 11 runners

Type: Flat Turf

Surface: Turf

Weather: Cloudy

8/1 (Won)

  • Win: £7.70
  • Place: £2.25

Form: 5116 D BF

Last run: 36 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 106

Form & Verdict
Unplaced favourite in the Flying Childers back at 5f last time; form over 6f comprises two Curragh wins, including Group 3; may have more to offer at this trip.
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16th

11

(7)

21st Aug 2026

Good

0m 5f 0y

Class 1

15:35 York

Mission Central

9st 13lb

J: Ryan Moore

T: A P O’Brien

Started the year with two Listed wins at 5f before charging up the stands' side to snatch the Group 1 King Charles III at Royal Ascot (5f, good to firm) from under Rayevka's nose; not the same horse in the Group 1 July Cup at Newmarket after (6f; had good form at the trip as a 2yo) where he wouldn't have won at 5f and was eased down; has a question mark now but he's capable of putting his stamp on this race if on song.

8/1

7th

10

(7)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

16:35 Newmarket (July)

Mission Central

9st 2lb

J: Ryan Moore

T: A P O’Brien

Progressive 3yo gelding who brings impressive stats, being 3-3 (all over 5f against his elders) this term and 3-3 over 6f; finished strongly to get up in the final strides in the 5f Group 1 at Royal Ascot (good to firm) most recently; all bar one of his trainer's five July Cup winners have been 3yos; big player back up in distance.

11/2

1st

26

(24)

16th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 1

15:40 Ascot

Mission Central

9st 1lb

J: Ryan Moore

T: A P O’Brien

Best 2yo form over 6f, including when winning a valuable conditions race on this track; vulnerable over 5f then but speed tests at this trip have proved his forte in 2026, disposing of his rivals in two Listed races at Naas (good) quite impressively; intriguing contender back up in class.

9/1

2nd
1 (10)
Ardisia

20/1

  • Place: £2.50

Form: 001311 D

Last run: 14 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Record is 5-10 overall and 3-4 since upped to 6f, winning the Two Year Old Trophy at Redcar (good to soft) most recently; faces a tougher task in this field but may be capable of better still.
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2nd

3

(13)

30th Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

14:35 Goodwood

Ardisia

9st 9lb

J: Oisin Murphy

T: Hugo Palmer

Ran respectably in Listed grade at Chester last time; record of 2-2 in handicaps includes a 6f win at Glorious Goodwood in 2025 (good to soft); interesting back at this level.

10/1

4th

2

(4)

2nd Aug 2026

Good

0m 6f 17y

Class 1

15:20 Chester

Ardisia

9st 1lb

J: Cieren Fallon

T: Hugo Palmer

Five wins in a busy 2yo campaign, notably the Listed Two-Year-Old Trophy at Redcar (6f, good to soft) in October; retains ability but others bring stronger claims.

25/1

15th

4

(15)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 1

16:20 Ascot

Ardisia

9st 3lb

J: Colin Keane

T: Hugo Palmer

Five wins in a stellar 2025 included the Redcar Two Year Old Trophy, but his form has plateaued this season; ran respectably in Listed race at Epsom on Oaks day but he'll need much more to figure here.

66/1

Evs

  • Place: £1.20

Form: 8111 CD

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 112

Form & Verdict
Gelded after debut; record of 3-3 (kept to 6f) since includes an Ascot win; led towards the finish in the Mill Reef at Newbury (good to soft; Group 2) most recently; top on ratings and still improving.
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5th

7

(3)

22nd Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:19 Newmarket (July)

Words Of Truth

9st 3lb

J: Connor Planas

T: Charlie Appleby

Won 6f Group 2 as a 2yo (good to soft) and scored in this grade at Sandown (5f, good) in June, after a break; carries 3lb penalty in stronger race today but could still have untapped potential back over this longer trip; shortlisted.

9/4

1st

1

(7)

13th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 5f 10y

Class 1

14:42 Sandown

Words Of Truth

9st 9lb

J: Oisin Murphy

T: Charlie Appleby

Very useful 6f gelding whose last two performances suggest he's perhaps ready for this drop to 5f; may yet tap back into the progress that culminated in Mill Reef success at Newbury (good to soft); leading player, even with 5lb penalty, on return from another layoff.

2/1

50/1

Form: 220279

Last run: 42 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 100

Form & Verdict
Just in front of Siren Suit here in the spring but is now more exposed than that rival; well behind Egoli on AW last time, again failing to back up his French Group 2 second.
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21th

14

(12)

19th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:05 Ascot

Super Soldier

9st 2lb

J: Pierre-Louis Jamin

T: K R Burke

Eight runs last season, the highlight his 6f Group 2 near-miss at Chantilly in July; however, he was inconsistent and hasn't shown anything like enough on his two runs this term to suggest he'll make an impact today.

100/1

10th

2

(7)

13th Jun 2026

Good

0m 6f 0y

Class 2

15:35 York

Super Soldier

9st 6lb

J: Clifford Lee

T: K R Burke

Eight runs last season, the highlight his 6f Group 2 near-miss at Chantilly in July; however, he was inconsistent and finished down the field on his reappearance at Doncaster in March (Listed); others appeal more.

33/1

11th

12

(10)

28th Mar 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 2y

Class 1

13:50 Doncaster

Super Soldier

8st 11lb

J: Sam James

T: K R Burke

Winless after debut (5f, good to firm) last spring but he did finish second in Listed race (5f, good to soft) and Group 2 (6f, soft) in France; however, this looks a stern assignment for his reappearance and it's over 20 years since a 3yo won this race.

20/1

OUR TIP

9/2

Form: 2111 D

Last run: 7 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 103

Form & Verdict
Form figures of 2111, all over 6f, reflect that he's progressing well; bagged Listed honours at York (good) last Saturday, making a smooth transition from novice level; commands respect.
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5th

9

(1)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

16:35 Newmarket (July)

Division

9st 2lb

J: James Doyle

T: William Haggas

Solid performer who completed a hat-trick during his 2yo campaign and has strong placed form this season, the last two times behind Venetian Sun; switched and finished well for a close third in the Commonwealth Cup at Royal Ascot latest; has broadly progressive RPRs in tandem with a gradual rise in class; knocking on the door at Group level.

9/1

3rd

6

(3)

19th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 1

15:05 Ascot

Division

9st 2lb

J: James Doyle

T: William Haggas

Listed winner at York (6f, good) last October and reappeared with close third behind Coppull and Midnight Tango in the Group 3 Trial over this C&D (good to firm), finishing strongly after blowing the start; failed to settle and perhaps not seen to best effect when 3l second to Venetian Sun in Group 2 Sandy Lane Stakes at Haydock (6f, good to soft) last time; could go well.

12/1

Form: 611 D

Last run: 22 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 90

Form & Verdict
Rallied gamely in a novice at Haydock (6f, good to soft) last time, taking record to 611; improving and seems one to have on your side in a fight; however, plenty to find on ratings upped in class.
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9th

3

(5)

20th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:30 Ayr

Gentle George

9st 7lb

J: Jason Hart

T: R Mike Smith

Well beaten in three handicaps for new stable this year, the latest over a mile nine days ago; latest 5lb drop in the weights is not enough to tempt.

33/1

9th

13

(2)

11th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 192y

Class 2

14:39 York

Gentle George

8st 8lb

J: Cam Hardie

T: R Mike Smith

3yo who has been soundly beaten in handicaps this year on his first two runs for his new yard (7.5f then 5f; Royal Ascot latest); however, he was 2-4 in his 2yo campaign and a couple of rallying performances over 6f hinted that he may be suited by this sort of trip; may not be a forlorn hope.

33/1

18th

15

(26)

19th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 5f 0y

Class 2

18:10 Ascot

Gentle George

9st 0lb

J: Gavin Ryan

T: R Mike Smith

Won a maiden at Sandown (5f, soft) and a novice at Haydock (6f, good to soft) for Mick Appleby as a 2yo; well-beaten 50-1 shot on stable debut at Chester (7.6f, good) last month; plenty to prove.

100/1

100/1

Form: 44110 D

Last run: 37 days

W: 9st 2lb

2 yo Filly

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Steady progress culminated in 6f wins at Newbury (novice) and Goodwood (nursery); well beaten in Doncaster sales race since; faces another difficult task at the weights.
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7th

11

(5)

26th Aug 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

20:21 Kempton (AW)

Slay Queen

9st 1lb

J: Joe Leavy

T: Richard Hannon

Highly progressive to begin with at two; three duck eggs this campaign and tonight's AW debut can only be watched.

25/1

11th

4

(4)

13th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 12y

Class 4

19:20 Windsor

Slay Queen

9st 10lb

J: Joe Leavy

T: Richard Hannon

Made all/most to take two 6f races last August/September (on good and heavy) but this year has got off to a terrible start with crushing defeats at Newmarket and Chester; risky for now; yard also runs An Outlaw's Grace.

25/1

11th

4

(5)

30th May 2026

Good To Soft

0m 6f 17y

Class 4

16:05 Chester

Slay Queen

9st 9lb

J: Joe Leavy

T: Richard Hannon

Won twice over 6f last summer; low-key return to action at Newmarket four weeks ago (6f, good to firm; handles much slower); still 5lb higher than for her handicap win; vulnerable.

25/1

8th
3 (1)
Egoli

50/1

Form: 511654 D BF

Last run: 42 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 93

Form & Verdict
Close fourth in AW Group 3 at Kempton last time but failed to show improvement and his limitations have been rather exposed since maiden/novice wins; the first-time headgear needs to help.
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4th

6

(5)

1st Aug 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

16:10 Goodwood

Egoli

8st 7lb

J: David Egan

T: Ralph Beckett

Won on the nod at Doncaster (good to firm) last time, looking suited by the step up to 7f and surging back to form; unexposed over this trip and may remain competitive, provided he takes to first-time cheekpieces (faced difficult task when once in blinkers).

12/1

1st

7

(5)

18th Jul 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 3

18:45 Doncaster

Egoli

9st 6lb

J: Rhys Clutterbuck

T: Ralph Beckett

Highly tried after winning a York maiden (6f, good to firm) and a Newbury novice (6f, good) last season; gelded in November; disappointing this season; first run at 7f.

10/1

6th

5

(3)

30th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 6f 0y

Class 3

15:37 Salisbury

Egoli

9st 4lb

J: Hector Crouch

T: Ralph Beckett

Highly tried last term after novice success; never figured in Windsor handicap on reappearance but may fare better with the outing under his belt; check the betting.

10/1

12/1

Form: 451113 D

Last run: 36 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 101

Form & Verdict
Hat-trick comprised wins over 6f/7f, the final leg in a Glorious Goodwood nursery; good third in Doncaster Listed event (7f, good) since; drops back in trip with further progress possible.
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13th

13

(8)

27th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 7f 14y

Class 2

13:40 Newcastle (AW)

Sir Albert

8st 9lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Andrew Balding

Three wins as a 2yo; encouraging return to action at Lingfield in February but neither handicap run since suggests he is the answer today.

12/1

8th

2

(1)

13th Jun 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 127y

Class 2

14:10 Chester

Sir Albert

9st 7lb

J: P J McDonald

T: Andrew Balding

Likes to push the pace and seems versatile ground-wise; his win over slightly shorter here (good) was the middle leg of a summer hat-trick last year and it was a fine effort when close third in Listed Flying Scotsman at Doncaster in September; has a good stall to go forward but his no-show on return to turf (66-1; drawn wide) a fortnight ago needs glossing over.

25/1

12th

1

(14)

30th May 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 173y

Class 2

15:45 Carlisle

Sir Albert

9st 9lb

J: Alfie Redman

T: Andrew Balding

2-2 in nurseries last July (7f, good/heavy) and close Listed fifth at Lingfield (7f, AW) this February; has top weight in this hot handicap but 7lb claimer is recruited and the step up to nearly 1m may help.

40/1

10th
11 (13)
Watcha Snoop

66/1

Form: 218 CD

Last run: 28 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 84

Form & Verdict
Registered his novice win over C&D (soft) but trailed home last, a long way behind Words Of Truth, in the Group 2 Mill Reef at Newbury later in September; gelded since; needs to improve a lot.
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2nd

6

31st Aug 2026

Good

2m 1f 46y

Class 4

14:35 Cartmel

Watcha Snoop

10st 12lb

J: Ryan Mania

T: Adam Nicol

Looked useful when winning 6f Ascot novice (soft ground) for Hugo Palmer just under a year ago but this year's Flat form has been very disappointing; last of ten in Class 5 handicap when upped to 8.3f for recent stable debut; has a lot to prove on hurdle debut; tongue-tie fitted.

14/1

10th

7

(1)

1st Aug 2026

Good

1m 0f 68y

Class 5

20:30 Hamilton

Watcha Snoop

9st 6lb

J: Shane Gray

T: Adam Nicol

Landed 6f Ascot novice (soft) for Hugo Palmer last September; little to shout about since but his mark has tumbled as a result and Adam Nicol does well with new recruits (same owners); one to keep an eye on in the betting.

33/1

13th

5

(3)

20th Jun 2026

Good To Firm

0m 7f 6y

Class 4

18:55 Doncaster

Watcha Snoop

9st 6lb

J: Luke Morris

T: Hugo Palmer

Landed 6f Ascot novice in September but there's not been much to enthuse about since and he came in last of 13 in 7f Kempton handicap 24 days ago; cheekpieces are reached for now.

50/1

Form: 631

Last run: 10 days

W: 9st 7lb

2 yo Colt

OR: 88

Form & Verdict
Ran well over 5f here on Royal Ascot trials day, then absent until readily justifying favouritism at Kempton (7f, AW) last week; unexposed sort who is out of a C&D Group 3 winner for his connections; interesting.
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8th

2

(7)

10th Jun 2026

Standard To Slow

0m 6f 0y

Class 4

19:10 Kempton (AW)

Siren Suit

9st 10lb

J: Toby Moore

T: John & Thady Gosden

Finished a close third in a hot race at Ascot last April (closely matched with Angel Of Anfield) on his second start and had little trouble in seeing off eight rivals in a 7f maiden here last October; his two runs since, seven months apart, have resulted in heavy defeats; drops in class and could make a bold bid back on AW with Toby Moore taking off a handy 7lb.

7/1

13th

10

(11)

23rd May 2026

Good To Soft

0m 7f 0y

Class 2

13:25 Goodwood

Siren Suit

8st 8lb

J: Benoit De La Sayette

T: John & Thady Gosden

Absent and gelded since finishing last in valuable event at Ascot on Champions Day; scored readily at Kempton (AW; sole 7f attempt) earlier in October when back from a layoff, and that performance bodes well for him being fresh; may do better still.

20/1

Non-runners

Kamakameleon, Kansas

+o+e Accumulators

Payout
Exacta £83.70
Straight Forecast £85.08
Trifecta £225.70

Selections

RP RATINGS:

Words Of Truth

Telegraph:

Division

SPOTLIGHT:

Siren Suit

LAMBOURN:

Sir Albert

Daily Mail:

Mission Central

The Star:

Ardisia

Daily Mirror:

Division

The Sun:

Division

Daily Record:

Division

TOPSPEED:

Words Of Truth

POSTDATA:

Words Of Truth

NEWMARKET:

Words Of Truth

The Times:

Words Of Truth

The Guardian:

Words Of Truth

D Express:

Siren Suit