Track

Newbury

Race Time

16:55

1

Caballo Grande

OR 95 • 3 9-9
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
3
1
1
Last active
31
Placed (3R)
Opening: 13.00
Change: -100.00%
2

Stellar Sunrise

OR 95 • 3 9-9
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
2
3
1
1
5
Last active
174
Opening: 9.00
Change: -100.00%
3

May Angel

OR 95 WS • 3 9-9
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
5
1
5
6
Last active
174
Class Change
Opening: 13.00
Change: -100.00%
4

Fort Rock

OR 90 • 3 9-4
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
1
1
Last active
163
Opening: 7.50
Change: -100.00%
5

Colori Forever

OR 90 6 • 3 9-4
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
1
5
2
1
Last active
(ex6)
Improving (3R)Class Change
6

Shaman Champion

OR 89 • 3 9-3
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
9
5
2
8
2
Last active
210
Major Improver
Opening: 11.00
Change: -100.00%
7

Amorim

OR 89 • 3 9-3
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
2
1
3
4
8
Last active
210
Class Change
Opening: 15.00
Change: -100.00%
8

Astrazar

OR 86 • 3 9-0
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
4
2
4
1
1
Last active
189
Opening: 11.00
Change: -100.00%
9

Sapphire Steps

OR 84 • 3 8-12
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
1
5
7
7
Last active
237
Opening: 34.00
Change: -100.00%
10

Crown Office

OR 84 • 3 8-12
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
2
5
1
Last active
171
Opening: 8.00
Change: -100.00%
11

On The Inlet (ex6)

OR 83 • 3 8-11
Latest
Recent Form
6
4
5
1
1
Last active
(ex6)
12

Peel Park

OR 82 • 3 8-10
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
4
3
1
0
6
Last active
217
Opening: 21.00
Change: -100.00%
13

Tamashal

OR 81 • 3 8-9
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
5
2
1
1
Last active
20
Placed (3R)
Opening: 17.00
Change: -100.00%
14

The Resdev Scholar

OR 78 • 3 8-6
Latest
Jockey
Trainer
Recent Form
3
1
1
1
2
Last active
20
Placed (3R)
Opening: 17.00
Change: -100.00%
15

Illy's Roo

OR 77 • 3 8-5
Latest
Trainer
Recent Form
1
4
7
1
3
Last active
20
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 horseโ€™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

๐Ÿ 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.

โญ 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.

๐ŸŽฏ 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

๐Ÿ”ฎ 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.

๐Ÿ’ก Betting Tips

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