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27 May 2026 · 7 races

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2:15 — Happy Birthday Joe McCabe Claiming Stakes

5f · Good · DEFAULT · 8 runners

Tricky Jenny to leadFREEHISTORIC

How it ran

Tree Wizard led; the map had Tricky Jenny in front.

Lairy Mary won at 6.50 — raced prominently, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

3 of 7 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Tricky Jenny

Prominent · 2

Lairy MaryTree Wizard

Midfield · 3

Spark In The CoalSpirit Of MaryJimmy You Mushroom

Hold Up · 2

Toon ArmyPenny Arcade

Tricky Jenny is the sole confirmed front-runner and will get an uncontested lead, setting a sustainable pace without pressure from other early speed. The prominent runners Tree Wizard and Lairy Mary will track behind but neither has shown enough early pace to challenge Jenny's position. With most runners having hold-up styles (Toon Army, Penny Arcade, Jimmy You Mushroom, Spirit Of Mary), this creates a tactical setup where the pace will be moderate early before quickening. This race shape strongly favours prominent and front-running types who can position close to the pace, as the hold-up brigade will struggle to make up ground in a sprint finish.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Uncontested Leader Dominates

45% probability

If Tricky Jenny gets a soft lead without pressure

Jenny controls the tempo throughout and has enough left to resist late challengers, while the hold-up horses find too much to do in a sprint finish. The prominent runners get first run but can't match her tactical advantage.

Tricky JennyLairy MaryTree WizardPenny Arcade

Prominent Runners Strike

30% probability

If Tree Wizard or Lairy Mary can improve on recent form

The prominent pair get perfect trips tracking Jenny and time their runs to perfection, with Tree Wizard's cheekpieces or Lairy Mary's course form proving decisive. Jenny pays for making the running but the hold-up horses still can't get involved.

Lairy MaryTree WizardTricky JennyPenny Arcade

Hold-Up Surprise

15% probability

If the pace collapses completely and becomes crawling

The slow early tempo allows Penny Arcade or Spirit Of Mary to close from the back, with their superior class telling in a sprint finish. Jenny and the prominent runners get caught out by the change of tempo and tactical switch.

Penny ArcadeSpirit Of MaryTricky JennyLairy Mary

Outsider Shock

10% probability

If Jimmy You Mushroom's gelding operation has transformed him

The gelded Jimmy You Mushroom shows dramatic improvement and benefits from the tactical setup, while one of the other outsiders finds significant improvement. The favourites all disappoint for various reasons.

Jimmy You MushroomSpark In The CoalToon ArmyTree Wizard

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Watch if Tricky Jenny gets seriously pressured early as no other obvious pace makes this unlikely but would transform the race

WATCH

Watch Tree Wizard's cheekpieces impact as prominent runners need to improve to capitalize on tactical advantage

NOTE

Watch Jimmy You Mushroom for any signs of improvement post-gelding as he's been well held in both starts

WATCH

Watch the pace through early fractions as a crawling tempo would completely flip the tactical picture

NOTE

Watch Penny Arcade's early positioning as she needs to overcome tactical disadvantage with superior class

2:45 — Tigers Trust Restricted Novice Stakes (For horses In Bands B, C And D) (GBB/IRE Incentive Race)

7½f · Good · NOV · 8 runners

Pace map not available — insufficient prior race data for this field.

3:15 — Ward Homes Yorkshire 10th Anniversary Handicap

7½f · Good · HCAP · 13 runners

Miss Willows to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

This Farh led; the map had Miss Willows in front.

This Farh won at 9.50 — led, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

6 of 11 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Miss Willows

Prominent · 3

This FarhIn A HurryThats My Boy Luke

Midfield · 5

YermanthereCoolreeJudicatureTropez PowerSunny Orange

Hold Up · 4

WoodstockRajapourHarswell RubyStraight A

Miss Willows is the only confirmed front-runner in this field and will dictate terms from the start, likely getting an easy lead with This Farh, In A Hurry and Thats My Boy Luke settling prominently behind her. The bulk of the field are hold-up horses including Straight A, Rajapour, Harswell Ruby, Woodstock and Coolree who will need the pace to unfold. With minimal early pressure on Miss Willows, she can control fractions and kick clear, creating a tactical scenario that strongly favours front-runners and prominent racers over the large contingent of hold-up horses who may struggle for room and pace bias.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Front Runner Dominates

45% probability

If Miss Willows gets an uncontested lead and controls the fractions.

She can dictate ideal splits and prove hard to peg back despite her low rating, while the prominent This Farh can track and challenge. The hold-up brigade will struggle to make up ground on leaders who haven't been pressured.

Miss WillowsThis FarhThats My Boy LukeIn A Hurry

Prominent Tracker Wins

35% probability

If This Farh or In A Hurry can sit handy and time their challenge perfectly.

They benefit from Miss Willows doing the donkey work while avoiding the traffic problems that will plague the rear division. Superior class tells in the final furlong against a tiring leader.

This FarhIn A HurryThats My Boy LukeMiss Willows

Hold Up Horse Charges

15% probability

If the pace becomes genuinely strong or Miss Willows fades dramatically early.

The closers get the pace injection they need to unleash their finishing kicks effectively. Coolree's course form or Straight A's recent improvement could prove decisive.

CoolreeStraight AHarswell RubyWoodstock

Chaos Benefits Outsider

5% probability

If early pace pressure emerges or traffic problems create unusual gaps.

A horse like Sunny Orange or Yermanthere could benefit from race fall-apart or find cleaner passage than higher-rated rivals. Course specialists thrive when form horses struggle.

Sunny OrangeYermanthereTropez PowerJudicature

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Miss Willows must be watched in betting - if weak in market suggests connections expect rustiness from 47-day break

WATCH

Monitor early pace development - if This Farh or In A Hurry go forward aggressively it changes entire race dynamic

WATCH

Coolree drops significantly in trip from recent 1m wins to 7½f which may not suit his usual patient tactics

NOTE

Yermanthere returning after long absence - any market confidence would be significant given his usual need for race fitness

NOTE

Watch for any late jockey changes given several apprentice riders booked including 7lb claimer Jake Dickson

3:45 — Dr Eddie Moll Handicap

1m2f · Good · HCAP · 7 runners

Triple Force to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Triple Force led, as the map showed.

Mao Shang Wong won at 7.50 — was held up, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

6 of 7 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Triple Force

Prominent · 1

Titian

Midfield · 3

HibernateEndless WhisperKitsune Power

Hold Up · 2

Mao Shang WongDawn Of Liberation

Triple Force will lead from the gate with no obvious pace pressure in this small field, allowing him to dictate fractions and control the tempo throughout. With six hold-up horses behind him including recent winners Hibernate and Mao Shang Wong, the race will develop into a tactical affair with most runners settling in behind the leader. The sustained pace will suit Triple Force's frontrunning style, while the hold-up brigade will need to time their challenges perfectly from off the steady gallop. This race shape clearly favours the confirmed front runner and any prominent racers who can track the pace, as the large contingent of hold-up horses will face a tactical disadvantage.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Triple Force Controls All

45% probability

If Triple Force gets an uncontested lead and maintains his rhythm

He can dictate ideal fractions and kick clear when the hold-up horses are still organizing their challenges behind him. His course and distance win last June proves he can execute this tactical blueprint successfully.

Triple ForceTitianHibernateDawn Of Liberation

Hold-Up Horse Surge

30% probability

If the pace becomes genuinely steady and allows the closers to get organized

The six hold-up horses can mount a coordinated late challenge with Hibernate and Mao Shang Wong leading the charge given their recent winning form. The long straight at Beverley will provide ample time for their finishing kicks to materialize.

HibernateMao Shang WongKitsune PowerEndless Whisper

Prominent Tracker Strikes

15% probability

If Titian can secure an ideal stalking position behind Triple Force

He can benefit from the steady pace while avoiding the traffic problems that may engulf the hold-up horses in the straight. His return from 181 days off adds uncertainty but his class advantage shows through.

TitianTriple ForceDawn Of LiberationHibernate

Pace Collapse Chaos

10% probability

If Triple Force goes too slow early and gets swamped by the field

The race becomes a messy sprint finish where the best horse on the day can prevail regardless of running style. Form horses like Hibernate and Mao Shang Wong hold clear advantages in this scenario.

Mao Shang WongHibernateTriple ForceDawn Of Liberation

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Triple Force getting a soft lead could prove decisive given the lack of pace pressure from this field composition

WATCH

Hibernate's ability to get a clear run in the straight with six hold-up horses potentially causing traffic problems

WATCH

Mao Shang Wong's poor record on good to firm going despite his recent winning form on softer surfaces

NOTE

Titian's fitness after 181 days off and whether Tom Kiely-Marshall's 5lb claim helps offset the layoff concerns

NOTE

The pace early on as Triple Force may go even slower than usual with no obvious pressure from behind

4:15 — Connexin's Full Fibre For All Handicap

1m½f · Good · HCAP · 8 runners

Poet's Dawn likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Penny Ghent led; the map had Poet's Dawn in front.

Penny Ghent won at 4.50 — led, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

0 of 7 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Poet's Dawn

Prominent · 1

Penny Ghent

Midfield · 4

Berning HotHostelryRing Of GoldPrincess Vivi

Hold Up · 2

Beaming LightOnemorenomore

Poet's Dawn will take this along from the front with his proven front-running style, while Penny Ghent may track him closely from her ideal low draw having just won prominently at Ripon. With most of the field preferring to come from behind (Hostelry, Berning Hot, Onemorenomore, Ring Of Gold, Princess Vivi), the pace will be steady rather than punishing. The lack of early pressure on Poet's Dawn creates a genuine tempo that will suit horses who can position handy and kick, while the strong hold-up contingent may find themselves with too much to do against the sustainable gallop.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Front Duo Dominate

45% probability

If Poet's Dawn and Penny Ghent get first run on the field turning for home

The handy pair exploit their tactical advantage over a field of hold-up horses who struggle to make up ground on good going. Their recent Ripon form gives them a fitness edge over horses returning from longer breaks.

Poet's DawnPenny GhentHostelryOnemorenomore

Late Closer Strikes

30% probability

If the pace becomes too steady and the leaders stop in the final furlong

The hold-up horses finally get the collapse they need as Hostelry or Onemorenomore time their runs perfectly. Hostelry's class advantage and Onemorenomore's consistent finishing kick prove decisive.

HostelryOnemorenomorePoet's DawnBerning Hot

Penalty Tells

15% probability

If Poet's Dawn's 4lb penalty and recent quick return combine to flatten him out

The handicapper's burden and 10-day turnaround catch up with the front-runner in the final 100 yards. Penny Ghent inherits but faces late pressure from improving types.

Penny GhentBerning HotHostelryPoet's Dawn

Surprise Package

10% probability

If the pace collapses completely and an unconsidered runner gets a dream run

Ring Of Gold or Princess Vivi benefit from a muddling pace that suits their modest profiles. The race falls apart tactically and allows a horse with little form to sneak through.

Ring Of GoldPrincess ViviPenny GhentOnemorenomore

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Poet's Dawn could get an uncontested lead if Penny Ghent doesn't go forward early enough from the inside draw

WATCH

Hostelry needs a strong pace to set up her late run but most of the field wants to come from behind

NOTE

Penny Ghent's low draw gives her tactical options to either lead or track Poet's Dawn closely

WATCH

The good going may not provide enough give for the hold-up horses to make up significant ground

NOTE

James Glennon's 7lb claim on Berning Hot could prove crucial in a tight handicap finish

4:50 — Up The Tigers Handicap

1m4f · Good · HCAP · 6 runners

Freddy Robinson likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Off Spin led; the map had Freddy Robinson in front.

Sisterandbrother won at 3.25 — raced prominently, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

1 of 6 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Freddy Robinson

Prominent · 0

None

Midfield · 3

Bruce BannerRegal GloryRajawail

Hold Up · 2

SisterandbrotherOff Spin

Freddy Robinson is the only confirmed front runner in this small field and will face no early pressure from the five hold-up horses behind him. Ben Robinson can dictate a sustainable gallop over this stamina-sapping 1m4f trip, setting measured fractions that will suit his mount's tactical speed. The lack of pace pressure means the tempo will be steady early before quickening in the final 3-4f when the closers make their moves. This race shape heavily favours front runners and prominent racers who can stay close to the pace, as the hold-up brigade will face a difficult task making up ground against an uncontested leader.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Freddy Dominates Uncontested

45% probability

If Freddy Robinson gets an easy lead and maintains his recent form

Robinson can dictate ideal fractions and has the tactical speed to respond when challenged, having been runner-up over this C&D twice recently. The lack of early pace pressure plays directly into his hands as the proven course specialist.

Freddy RobinsonSisterandbrotherOff Spin

Late Closer Strikes

30% probability

If the pace becomes too slow and one of the hold-up horses produces a decisive late run

Sisterandbrother has winning form at this trip and Off Spin showed good form when third at Ripon in higher grade. A crawling pace would set up perfectly for their finishing kicks.

SisterandbrotherOff SpinBruce BannerFreddy Robinson

Improving Four-Year-Old Wins

15% probability

If Off Spin's recent Ripon third translates to breakthrough form stepping back to this grade

The Tim Easterby-trained four-year-old has been knocking on the door and drops in class after a solid effort against better opposition. His hold-up style needs the pace to collapse but he has the ability.

Off SpinBruce BannerFreddy RobinsonSisterandbrother

Outsider Surprise

10% probability

If the pace becomes tactical and one of the lower-rated runners finds unexpected improvement

Bruce Banner has winning form over this trip and Regal Glory has shown good efforts this year despite her poor win record. A messy pace scenario could open the door for an upset.

Bruce BannerRegal GloryOff SpinFreddy Robinson

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Freddy Robinson getting an uncontested lead - if he dictates fractions unchallenged the hold-up horses face an impossible task

WATCH

Off Spin's ability to handle the step up to 1m4f - his stamina is unproven beyond 1m2f despite recent encouraging form

NOTE

How aggressively the hold-up horses are ridden early - they need to be closer than usual given the lack of pace

WATCH

Sisterandbrother's quick turnaround after running six days ago - fitness advantage or too soon after Southwell effort

NOTE

The early pace development in the first half-mile - if it's slower than ideal it transforms the tactical picture

5:20 — Racing Again This Saturday Apprentice Handicap

5f · Good · HCAP · 10 runners

Until Dawn to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Thornaby Pearl led; the map had Until Dawn in front.

King Of The Jungle won at 7.50 — raced prominently, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

0 of 9 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Until Dawn

Prominent · 4

Thornaby PearlNordic GlorySo GratefulDesert Master

Midfield · 2

AmerjeetCrafty Spirit

Hold Up · 3

Cape SovereignSouth ShoreKing Of The Jungle

Until Dawn will likely lead from the start with no other confirmed front-runners to pressure her early. Four horses (Thornaby Pearl, Nordic Glory, So Grateful, Desert Master) want prominent positions, creating congestion and potential traffic problems turning for home. The pace should be sustainable early before quickening, but the prominent group will create interference issues in the final 2f. This race shape favours hold-up horses who can avoid the early scrimmaging and deliver late kicks from clean positions.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Hold-up horses prevail

45% probability

If Until Dawn sets sustainable fractions and the prominent group gets bunched up

The pace quickens gradually allowing closers to pick off tired leaders, while prominent runners get shuffled back in traffic. Cape Sovereign and King Of The Jungle benefit from clean runs wide of the pack.

Cape SovereignKing Of The JungleSouth ShoreAmerjeet

Front-runner dominates

25% probability

If Until Dawn gets an easy lead and the prominent group fails to organize pressure

She controls the race from pillar to post while the chasers get in each other's way behind. Nordic Glory may emerge best of the rest after avoiding the worst traffic.

Until DawnNordic GloryThornaby PearlSo Grateful

Prominent tactical battle

20% probability

If the four prominent runners engage in early scrimmaging for position behind Until Dawn

The pace becomes stop-start with constant position changes, suiting horses with tactical speed. Thornaby Pearl's experience and So Grateful's versatility help them navigate the chaos best.

Thornaby PearlSo GratefulNordic GloryDesert Master

Wide closer strikes

10% probability

If the field goes very fast early and spreads right across the track

The pace collapses in the final furlong creating a blanket finish where the widest runner has the clearest path. South Shore or Crafty Spirit benefit from the most room to maneuver.

South ShoreCrafty SpiritDesert MasterAmerjeet

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Until Dawn must be watched for signs of weakening in final furlong given her poor turf finishing record

WATCH

Monitor the prominent group of Thornaby Pearl, Nordic Glory, So Grateful and Desert Master for early interference

WATCH

Cape Sovereign needs watching for fitness after 223-day absence despite his obvious class advantage

NOTE

King Of The Jungle should be noted for significant improvement after his reappearance pipe-opener

NOTE

Watch for South Shore getting a clear run having been hampered when well-placed here before

About this analysis

Every race on PaceMap is read from the in-running comments of each runner’s recent form — how a horse actually ran, not only where it finished. Those comments decide the groups above, and the same comments are read back after the race to score what was published. The record is public, including the months it was worse.

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This meeting ran on 27 May 2026.

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