Track

Ayr

Race Time

16:43

1

Hidden History

OR 125 WS2 • 8 12-0 p1
Latest
Jockey
Harry Skelton
Trainer
Dan Skelton
Recent Form
2
1
6
7
9
Last active
34
Class Change
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
2

Woodland Park

OR 125 • 7 12-0
Latest
Jockey
S Bowen
Trainer
O Murphy
Recent Form
1
3
3
2
2
Last active
50
Placed (3R)
3

Whistle Stop Tour

OR 124 WS2 • 8 11-13 t p
Latest
Jockey
Gregor Walkingshaw (10)
Trainer
L Russell & M Scudamore
Recent Form
2
5
3
5
P
Last active
55
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
4

Draco Malfoy

OR 123 • 6 11-12
Latest
Jockey
Thomas Bellamy
Trainer
K C Bailey
Recent Form
5
1
2
1
8
Last active
41
Opening: 17.00
Change: -100.00%
5

Kent De Thaix

OR 123 • 6 11-12
Latest
Jockey
R P McLernon
Trainer
S England
Recent Form
5
1
P
5
1
Last active
21
Improving (3R)
Opening: 8.00
Change: -100.00%
6

Billy Boi Blue

OR 122 • 9 11-11 t p
Latest
Jockey
Sam Twiston-Davies
Trainer
D Killahena & G McPherson
Recent Form
5
1
7
3
P
Last active
35
Class Change
Opening: 26.00
Change: -100.00%
7

Eyed

OR 122 • 9 11-11 t
Latest
Jockey
J J Burke
Trainer
H Morrison
Recent Form
4
2
7
5
P
Last active
38
Class Change
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
8

Just Ennemi

OR 122 WS • 6 11-11 t1
Latest
Jockey
Paul O'Brien
Trainer
Harry Derham
Recent Form
6
/
1
3
0
Last active
97
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
9

Alentejo

OR 118 • 7 11-7 t b
Latest
Jockey
James Bowen
Trainer
N J Henderson
Recent Form
8
P
0
P
2
Last active
69
Opening: 9.00
Change: -100.00%
10

Rocheval

OR 116 • 6 11-5
Latest
Jockey
P W Wadge
Trainer
L Russell & M Scudamore
Recent Form
6
P
6
4
4
Last active
78
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
11

I Am Max

OR 116 • 8 11-5 t1
Latest
Jockey
C O'Farrell
Trainer
A M Thomson
Recent Form
4
5
5
2
7
Last active
13
Opening: 17.00
Change: -100.00%
12

Irish Champ

OR 115 • 6 11-4 t h
Latest
Jockey
J J Slevin
Trainer
S R B Crawford
Recent Form
1
4
3
2
7
Last active
31
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
13

Hawthorn Street

OR 114 • 7 11-3
Latest
Jockey
Jonjo O'Neill Jr.
Trainer
Jonjo & A J O'Neill
Recent Form
/
4
4
1
4
Last active
31
Opening: 13.00
Change: -100.00%
14

Patriotik

OR 111 • 7 11-0 p
Latest
Jockey
Conor Ring
Trainer
Mrs C Williams
Recent Form
0
6
0
6
5
Last active
81
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
15

Society Soldier

OR 109 • 6 10-12
Latest
Jockey
D R Fox
Trainer
L Russell & M Scudamore
Recent Form
3
/
5
3
1
Last active
42
Improving (3R)Class Change
Opening: 8.00
Change: -100.00%
16

Don Rafael

OR 106 • 6 10-9
Latest
Jockey
Benjamin Macey (5)
Trainer
S Drinkwater
Recent Form
3
1
3
3
1
Last active
30
Placed (3R)
Opening: 8.00
Change: -100.00%
17

Shoeshine Boy

OR 104 • 10 10-7 t
Latest
Jockey
Sean Quinlan
Trainer
D W Whillans
Recent Form
2
F
1
1
3
Last active
66
Placed (3R)
Opening: 17.00
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