Track

Ayr

Race Time

14:20

1

Pleasington

OR 125 WS • 8 11-10 p1
Latest
Jockey
S Bowen
Trainer
O Murphy
Recent Form
3
5
2
F
P
Last active
48
Opening: 9.00
Change: -100.00%
2

Throatlash

OR 124 • 7 11-9
Latest
Jockey
Theo Gillard
Trainer
D McCain Jnr
Recent Form
P
1
1
1
F
Last active
62
Opening: 5.50
Change: -100.00%
3

Risk De Pluie

OR 122 • 7 11-7 t
Latest
Jockey
Sam Twiston-Davies
Trainer
Ben Clarke
Recent Form
6
3
2
1
2
Last active
33
Placed (3R)
Opening: 7.00
Change: -100.00%
4

The Grafter

OR 121 • 7 11-6 t
Latest
Jockey
R P McLernon
Trainer
S England
Recent Form
2
2
5
1
1
Last active
55
5

Koukeo

OR 120 • 6 11-5
Latest
Jockey
Jonjo O'Neill Jr.
Trainer
Jonjo & A J O'Neill
Recent Form
1
1
3
7
5
Last active
27
Opening: 13.00
Change: -100.00%
6

Marty Mcfly

OR 119 • 8 11-4 t p
Latest
Jockey
Danny McMenamin
Trainer
A M Thomson
Recent Form
4
1
1
1
1
Last active
26
Placed (3R)
Opening: 4.50
Change: -100.00%
7

Stuntman Steve

OR 119 • 7 11-4
Latest
Jockey
Keith Donoghue
Trainer
G P Cromwell
Recent Form
0
7
9
4
5
Last active
27
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
8

Ballyfort

OR 106 • 8 10-5 t h
Latest
Jockey
Bruce Lynn
Trainer
N W Alexander
Recent Form
1
3
1
6
2
Last active
41
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
9

Tanking Along

OR 106 8 • 7 10-5 t
Latest
Jockey
Charlie Maggs (3)
Trainer
P Neville
Recent Form
2
1
4
1
6
Last active
26
Opening: 26.00
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