Track

Ayr

Race Time

13:45

1

Castle Ivers

OR 120 • 7 12-0
Latest
Jockey
S Bowen
Trainer
O Murphy
Recent Form
3
1
0
/
1
Last active
512
Opening: 8.50
Change: -100.00%
2

The Gray Ghost

OR 120 • 7 12-0 t
Latest
Jockey
Callum Pritchard (3)
Trainer
R L Llewellyn
Recent Form
5
4
4
1
4
Last active
34
Opening: 11.00
Change: -100.00%
3

Bibe Mus

OR 127 • 4 11-13
Latest
Jockey
H Cobden
Trainer
P F Nicholls
Recent Form
3
2
2
1
0
Last active
38
Class Change
Opening: 6.50
Change: -100.00%
4

Caballo De Guerra

OR 118 • 5 11-12 h
Latest
Jockey
Jack Power (5)
Trainer
L Russell & M Scudamore
Recent Form
1
4
4
4
5
Last active
48
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
5

Magna Victor

OR 117 • 7 11-11
Latest
Jockey
C Gethings
Trainer
A Ralph
Recent Form
5
3
4
1
1
Last active
76
Opening: 6.00
Change: -100.00%
6

Bertie's Ballet

OR 117 • 8 11-11
Latest
Jockey
Ryan Mania
Trainer
Mrs Dianne Sayer
Recent Form
1
2
7
4
0
Last active
48
Class Change
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
7

Secret Force

OR 124 • 4 11-10 t1 p1
Latest
Jockey
Keith Donoghue
Trainer
G P Cromwell
Recent Form
1
4
4
Last active
76
8

Newtown Rambler

OR 116 • 7 11-10 t p
Latest
Jockey
Danny McMenamin
Trainer
A Keatley
Recent Form
3
3
7
8
1
Last active
40
Major Improver
Opening: 9.00
Change: -100.00%
9

Triple Crown Ted

OR 114 • 6 11-8
Latest
Jockey
D R Fox
Trainer
L Russell & M Scudamore
Recent Form
3
1
4
1
2
Last active
41
Opening: 13.00
Change: -100.00%
10

Ginger Mail

OR 110 • 10 11-4 p
Latest
Jockey
Bruce Lynn
Trainer
N W Alexander
Recent Form
4
3
P
3
0
Last active
28
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
11

Lance Les Des

OR 109 • 7 11-3
Latest
Jockey
Sean Quinlan
Trainer
N W Alexander
Recent Form
7
3
3
2
1
Last active
42
Improving (3R)Placed (3R)Class Change
Opening: 13.00
Change: -100.00%
12

Ravenscraig Castle

OR 108 • 8 11-2 p
Latest
Jockey
William Maggs (3)
Trainer
I Jardine
Recent Form
4
5
3
5
4
Last active
28
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
13

Dance Thief

OR 105 • 8 10-13
Latest
Jockey
R P McLernon
Trainer
R M Smith
Recent Form
3
5
P
1
9
Last active
26
Class Change
Opening: 26.00
Change: -100.00%
14

Tuppence

OR 98 • 6 10-6 h
Latest
Jockey
Mr Lucas Murphy (7)
Trainer
L Russell & M Scudamore
Recent Form
4
0
8
2
4
Last active
28
Opening: 26.00
Change: -100.00%
15

Belaya River

OR 105 • 4 10-5
Latest
Jockey
Paul O'Brien
Trainer
Harry Derham
Recent Form
5
4
1
2
5
Last active
16
Class Change
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%

Form Annotations

  • ##% — Consistency rating: The horse's recent strike-rate or placing percentage
  • Improving Last 3 Races
  • Improved A lot Last 2 Races
  • Placed Last 3 Races
  • Likely jumped up in class
  • Likely dropped in class
Note: The color-coded notifications highlight noteworthy trends in the horse’s recent form.

Abbreviations

Form: Last 5 runs (most recent on right)
OR: Official Rating
Age & Wgt: Age & Weight to carry (stones-pounds)
Last Active: Number of days since the horse last raced
Odds: Betting odds at time of posting

🏁 Race Overview

A highly competitive Group 1 stakes race over 1 mile 4 furlongs on good going. Six quality runners make this a fascinating contest with no obvious weak link in the field.

Track Suitability: Ascot's wide, galloping track suits horses with pace and stamina. The final furlong is downhill, favoring those with a strong finish.

Going Impact: Good going is neutral, suiting all types of runners. No significant bias noted at this ground.

⭐ Contenders Analysis

Thunder Strike (5/2)

FAVORITE

Top-rated at 95 and justifiably favorite. Excellent recent form with consistent placings. The weight advantage helps too. Main danger will be early pace.

Golden Horizon (3/1)

VALUE

Proven Group 1 winner with excellent finishing kick. Only just beaten last time. Gosden's preparation is sharp and Dettori can put this one in the right place.

Midnight Express (9/2)

IMPROVER

Younger runner showing real progression. Fresh horse with a strong turn of foot. May find this level slightly tough but represents each-way value.

Others

OUTSIDERS

Desert Storm (15/2), Silver Arrow (7/1), and Royal Champion (12/1) complete the field. All have winning chances but face a tough task against the main contenders.

🎯 Pace & Tactics

Expected Pace:

Moderate to strong pace is likely with multiple runners capable of forcing matters. Desert Storm may go forward early, with Golden Horizon comfortable tracking.

Key Tactical Points:

  • Early pace will likely suit the closers
  • Position from stall draw is crucial
  • Strength in the final 2 furlongs wins races here
  • Clear running room needed at crucial moment

🔮 Race Prediction

Most Likely Winner:

Thunder Strike - The class horse with momentum and perfect conditions.

Best Each-Way Bet:

Golden Horizon - Proven at this level with excellent finishing kick.

Surprise Package:

Midnight Express - Improving form and fresh horse could upset the odds.

💡 Betting Tips

  • • Win Bet: Thunder Strike is short odds but the safest bet
  • • Each-Way: Golden Horizon at 3/1 offers value with place odds
  • • Forecast: Thunder Strike-Golden Horizon likely first two
  • • Tricast: Consider including Midnight Express for bigger payout