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18 May 2026 · 7 races

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5:05 — Juddmonte EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (Band D) (EBF Restricted Race Qualifier) (GBB Race)

6f · Good · CLS2 · 12 runners

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

5:40 — Fitzdares Sprint Series Handicap (Fitzdares Windsor Sprint Series Qualifier)

5f · Good · HCAP · 11 runners

Democracy Dilemma to leadFREEHISTORIC

How it ran

Gaeli and Democracy Dilemma led, as the map showed.

Redorange won at 2.38 — raced prominently, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1

Democracy Dilemma

Prominent · 4

Rogue EnforcerRegal EnvoyBaldomeroRhythm N Hooves

Midfield · 3

All Ways GlamorousMarty HopkirkDesert Cop

Hold Up · 3

GaeliRedorangeAdrestia

Democracy Dilemma will lead uncontested from the gates with minimal early pressure, as the prominent runners (Regal Envoy, Rhythm N Hooves, All Ways Glamorous, Marty Hopkirk, Baldomero, Rogue Enforcer) are unlikely to challenge for the early lead over this minimum trip. The sustainable pace will allow the leader to dictate terms into the final furlong, while the hold-up horses (Gaeli, Redorange, Adrestia, Desert Cop) face the difficult task of making up significant ground in the closing stages. With one uncontested leader and good going conditions favouring sustained speed, this race setup strongly favours front runners and prominent racers who can track the pace and finish closest.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Uncontested Leader Dominates

45% probability

If Democracy Dilemma breaks cleanly and faces no early pressure from the prominent pack

The leader dictates comfortable fractions and has enough left to repel late challenges, similar to his recent Goodwood win. The prominent trackers battle for the places but cannot reel in the pacesetter.

Democracy DilemmaRegal EnvoyRhythm N HoovesAll Ways Glamorous

Prominent Tracker Strikes

30% probability

If one of the prominent runners can sit perfectly behind Democracy Dilemma and time their challenge

Regal Envoy or All Ways Glamorous track the leader throughout before delivering a well-timed strike in the final furlong when the pacesetter begins to tire. Their tactical speed and reduced weight prove decisive.

Regal EnvoyAll Ways GlamorousDemocracy DilemmaRhythm N Hooves

Hold-Up Horse Charges

15% probability

If the early pace becomes overly strong with multiple horses pressing Democracy Dilemma

The pace collapses in the final furlong allowing Adrestia or Redorange to unleash their finishing kicks from the rear. Their class and turn of foot overwhelms the tiring pace-setters.

AdrestiaRedorangeGaeliDemocracy Dilemma

Pace Duel Backfires

10% probability

If Rhythm N Hooves or another prominent runner decides to challenge Democracy Dilemma early

A genuine pace battle develops between two or more speed horses, setting up the race for a closer like Gaeli to sweep past tired leaders. The early duel proves costly for all involved.

GaeliDesert CopBaldomeroMarty Hopkirk

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Democracy Dilemma's break from the stalls is crucial - any tardiness could allow prominent runners to challenge his preferred front-running position

WATCH

Monitor if Rhythm N Hooves or other prominent runners decide to press Democracy Dilemma early, as this could set up a genuine pace battle

NOTE

Watch for Redorange's tongue-tie debut and whether the headgear change helps him settle better in the early stages

WATCH

Adrestia's lengthy 239-day absence needs close scrutiny for any signs of ring-rustiness in the preliminaries

NOTE

Track whether the hold-up horses (Gaeli, Desert Cop) can get into good early positions, as they'll need to be handy over this minimum trip

6:10 — Tattersalls £40,000 EBF Maiden Fillies' Stakes (GBB Race)

1m · Good · CLS2 · 10 runners

3 vying for the leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Withtearsinmyeyes and Trelissick led, as the map showed.

Cap Santa Lucia won at 17.00 — raced prominently, as the map had it. One of the race scenarios named it.

5 of 10 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 3

WithtearsinmyeyesTahalelRajwaah

Prominent · 2

Chimes Of ThunderCap Santa Lucia

Midfield · 2

QuisanaMoonlit Surf

Hold Up · 3

TrelissickZeriyaMadame Passant

Withtearsinmyeyes, Tahalel, and Rajwaah will ensure a strong gallop from the start, with Withtearsinmyeyes likely to lead having shown prominent tendencies in recent runs. The sustained pace over a mile on Good going will test stamina reserves, particularly as these three confirmed front-runners are unlikely to back down. With limited early speed elsewhere in the field, the pace will be honest throughout rather than stop-start. This race shape strongly favours hold-up horses and those with proven stamina who can finish strongly off the searching gallop.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Strong Pace Favours Closers

65% probability

If all three front-runners go forward and maintain a strong gallop throughout

The sustained pace will find out the early leaders in the final furlong, allowing closers with stamina to sweep past tired leaders. Hold-up horses like Trelissick and Zeriya get the perfect setup to unleash late runs.

TrelissickZeriyaChimes Of ThunderWithtearsinmyeyes

Front Runner Dominates

20% probability

If Withtearsinmyeyes gets an uncontested lead with the other pace-setters settling behind

With her superior RPR of 95 and recent good form, she could dictate terms and kick clear when the others come under pressure. Her stamina has been tested positively over similar trips.

WithtearsinmyeyesTahalelCap Santa LuciaChimes Of Thunder

Prominent Runner Strikes

10% probability

If the pace collapses early with front-runners going too slow initially

Chimes Of Thunder and Cap Santa Lucia can position prominently and strike when the pace lifts, getting first run on the hold-up horses. Their tactical speed gives them an edge if the race becomes more tactical.

Chimes Of ThunderCap Santa LuciaWithtearsinmyeyesTrelissick

Newcomer Surprise

5% probability

If Quisana shows exceptional ability on debut with her blue-blooded pedigree

The strong pace would suit a horse with natural class stepping up from home, though this requires significant improvement from an unknown quantity. The breeding suggests stamina and class.

QuisanaTrelissickWithtearsinmyeyesChimes Of Thunder

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Watch if Withtearsinmyeyes gets an uncontested lead as her RPR 95 could prove decisive with tactical advantage

WATCH

Monitor early pace development between the three confirmed leaders as a slow start changes the entire race dynamic

WATCH

Track Quisana's market moves and paddock appearance as debut runners with this pedigree can be well-backed if ready

NOTE

Observe Trelissick's early positioning as Hutchinson needs to get her settled for the expected strong pace finish

NOTE

Check Chimes Of Thunder's jumping from stalls as her prominent style requires good early positioning under Marquand

6:40 — Track Radio On Digital & DAB Handicap

5f · Good · HCAP · 12 runners

The Flying Seagull likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Kiss And Run and Sandscreendeliverd and Sarafina Mshairi led; the map had The Flying Seagull in front.

Lequinto won at 4.33 — was held up, where the map had it raced midfield. One of the race scenarios named it.

3 of 10 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

The Flying Seagull

Prominent · 4

Jax EdgeRogue BulletIsle Of LismoreKiss And Run

Midfield · 3

General AssemblySarafina MshairiLequinto

Hold Up · 4

ShavkatSandscreendeliverdAl BarezMaharajas Express

The Flying Seagull is the only confirmed front runner and will likely dictate terms from the front without serious early pressure. Isle Of Lismore, Rogue Bullet, Jax Edge, Kiss And Run, General Assembly and Sarafina Mshairi can all race prominently but most prefer to sit just off the pace rather than lead. The mid-race tempo should be sustainable with The Flying Seagull controlling things, before the prominent racers and hold-up horses launch their challenges in the final two furlongs. This pace scenario strongly favours prominent racers who can track the leader and have the tactical speed to strike, while hold-up horses may struggle if the pace becomes too steady.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Sustainable Pace Suits Trackers

55% probability

If The Flying Seagull sets a manageable tempo without early pressure

The prominent racers get an ideal tow into the race and can use their tactical speed to strike approaching the final furlong. Hold-up horses find themselves with too much ground to make up when the pace quickens.

Isle Of LismoreRogue BulletKiss And RunGeneral Assembly

Front Runner Dominates Throughout

25% probability

If The Flying Seagull gets soft fractions and kicks clear turning for home

The lack of early pace pressure allows the leader to save energy for a sustained drive to the line. Late closers struggle to reel in a horse that's had such an easy time of things.

The Flying SeagullJax EdgeSarafina MshairiGeneral Assembly

Strong Finish From Hold-Up

12% probability

If the early pace becomes crawling slow with multiple prominent horses refusing to commit

The race becomes a sprint from the 2f pole which suits horses with a devastating turn of foot. Patient jockeys on hold-up horses can unleash late runs that sweep up the field.

Maharajas ExpressAl BarezSandscreendeliverdShavkat

Messy Early Pace

8% probability

If multiple prominent horses challenge The Flying Seagull early creating a fast tempo

The strong early gallop sets up a war of attrition where stamina and class tell in the closing stages. Mid-division horses who avoid the early battles can pick up the pieces.

LequintoSandscreendeliverdMaharajas ExpressKiss And Run

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

WATCH

Watch The Flying Seagull's early tempo - if allowed to coast he becomes very dangerous but any early pressure could compromise his finishing kick

NOTE

Monitor how Isle Of Lismore handles the return from 314 days off as Saffie Osborne will need her sharp to overcome ring-rustiness

KEY

Keep an eye on the hold-up horses if the early pace is too steady - Shavkat and Al Barez particularly need a strong tempo to be effective

WATCH

Watch for Rogue Bullet to track The Flying Seagull closely given his excellent recent form and preference for this trip

7:10 — Fitzdares Telephone & Text Betting Handicap

1m3½f · Good · HCAP · 7 runners

Sir Griflet to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Sir Griflet led, as the map showed.

Morbeh won at 3.25 — raced midfield, where the map had it was held up.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1

Sir Griflet

Prominent · 3

King Of BerkshireWardlawGrey Sands

Midfield · 1

Oh Yes You Do

Hold Up · 2

Any Which WayMorbeh

Sir Griflet is the sole confirmed front runner and will dictate proceedings from the start, likely getting an uncontested lead over this extended distance. King Of Berkshire and Grey Sands will track prominently but neither is aggressive enough to challenge Sir Griflet's early supremacy. The three hold-up horses (Oh Yes You Do, Morbeh, Any Which Way) will be patient in the rear, relying on their finishing kicks. This sustainable pace setup strongly favours the prominent runners who can track the lone leader and the hold-up horses who get the galloping finish they need.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Hold-up horses dominate

45% probability

If Sir Griflet sets a steady gallop and the prominent horses fail to bridge effectively

The patient hold-up trio get the perfect scenario with a true-run race and weak pace pressure allowing their superior class to tell. Oh Yes You Do, Morbeh and Any Which Way can all unleash devastating finishing kicks when it matters.

Oh Yes You DoAny Which WayMorbehKing Of Berkshire

Prominent runners strike

35% probability

If King Of Berkshire or Grey Sands track Sir Griflet perfectly and kick at the right moment

The horses sitting in the perfect stalking positions can time their move to perfection, getting first run on the weakening leader while the hold-up horses are still making ground. King Of Berkshire's progressive profile and Grey Sands' recent win suggest they can capitalize.

King Of BerkshireGrey SandsAny Which WayOh Yes You Do

Sir Griflet stays on

12% probability

If the pace is genuinely slow and Sir Griflet has enough left in the tank

The leader's light weight and lack of early pressure allows him to maintain his advantage to the line despite his moderate recent form. His running style gives him every chance if he can find improvement.

Sir GrifletKing Of BerkshireGrey SandsWardlaw

Wardlaw springs surprise

8% probability

If the long absence has freshened Wardlaw and he shows marked improvement from his juvenile runs

The Prescott-trained gelding benefits from the strong pace and his RPR progression suggests untapped potential on handicap debut. His prominent style suits if he's ready to strike.

WardlawGrey SandsKing Of BerkshireSir Griflet

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Sir Griflet could get too easy a lead if the prominent horses are slow to take him on early

WATCH

Any Which Way's 40-day absence may leave her short of peak fitness despite her course and distance win

NOTE

Wardlaw's market support will reveal if the Prescott stable expects a big run on handicap debut

WATCH

Oh Yes You Do needs the pace to be strong enough to set up his finishing kick from the rear

NOTE

King Of Berkshire's early positioning will be crucial as he needs to track the leader without doing too much work

7:40 — Find Us At fitzdares.com Handicap (GBBplus Race)

1m3½f · Good · HCAP · 8 runners

Son Of Man likeliest to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Wisper and Due To Henry led; the map had Son Of Man in front.

Wisper won at 6.50 — led, where the map had it was held up. One of the race scenarios named it.

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

Race shape

Lead · 1

Son Of Man

Prominent · 2

Naval CommandSiouxfonic

Midfield · 3

Due To HenryDon SimonSir William

Hold Up · 2

WisperCharlie's Choice

Son Of Man looks the only confirmed front runner in this field and should get an easy lead with Due To Henry, Naval Command and Siouxfonic likely to settle prominently behind him. The pace will be sustainable rather than frantic, allowing the leaders to dictate terms through the middle stages of this 1m3½f trip. With hold-up horses Wisper, Sir William and Charlie's Choice needing to come from off the pace, they'll require the tempo to quicken sufficiently in the straight to reel in the front division. This race shape clearly favours prominent runners and those with tactical speed who can position close to the pace.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Uncontested Leader Dominates

45% probability

If Son Of Man gets soft fractions on the front end without pressure

The front runner controls the race from pillar to post and kicks clear when asked, with the prominent runners filling the placings behind him. Hold-up horses find the sustained pace too much to peg back over this stamina-testing trip.

Son Of ManDue To HenryNaval CommandSiouxfonic

Pace Collapses Late

30% probability

If the early tempo is too slow and the race becomes a sprint finish

The lack of early pressure allows the field to bunch up entering the straight, turning it into a dash where class and finishing kick matter most. This plays into the hands of the higher-rated hold-up horses with tactical speed.

WisperSir WilliamSon Of ManNaval Command

Prominent Battle

15% probability

If multiple horses challenge Son Of Man for the early lead

The increased pace pressure creates a true test of stamina where the most genuine stayer prevails from a forward position. The early battle softens up the leaders for a closer with tactical pace.

Due To HenrySiouxfonicSir WilliamWisper

Long Range Hold-Up

10% probability

If Wisper or Sir William get perfect runs from the back

The hold-up horses time their challenges to perfection, sweeping past a strung-out field in the final furlong with superior finishing speed. This requires everything to fall right for the back-markers.

WisperCharlie's ChoiceSir WilliamNaval Command

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Watch if Son Of Man gets unopposed early fractions - could prove unstoppable if allowed soft lead

WATCH

Monitor Wisper's jumping from stalls after long layoff - needs to be sharp to get into contention from rear

NOTE

Observe Siouxfonic's response to first-time cheekpieces in early stages for any positive headgear effect

WATCH

Check Naval Command's fitness levels after 331-day absence - may need race despite retaining clear ability

NOTE

Watch Sir William's positioning - needs to be closer than usual given sustainable pace likely

8:10 — Free Race Replays On attheraces.com Handicap

6f · Good · HCAP · 12 runners

Nzuri to leadHISTORIC

How it ran

Marra Donna led; the map had Nzuri in front.

Yachtsman won at 13.00 — was held up, where the map had it raced prominently. One of the race scenarios named it.

2 of 12 runners raced in the group the map gave them

Race shape

Lead · 1

Nzuri

Prominent · 5

YachtsmanChelioMy Dad TomStolenRosieisme Darling

Midfield · 2

Arvana BelleCape Toronada

Hold Up · 4

Marra DonnaCorniche GirlMadmanZoulette

Nzuri will lead unchallenged early, setting a sustainable pace over this sharp 6f. Five horses (My Dad Tom, Yachtsman, Chelio, Rosieisme Darling, Arvana Belle, Stolen) want prominent positions, creating a wall of traffic behind Nzuri that will compress and cause interference from 2f out. The hold-up horses (Madman, Corniche Girl, Marra Donna, Cape Toronada, Zoulette) face a nightmare scenario trying to weave through this congestion in the final 2f. This race shape strongly favours the early leaders and prominent racers who can secure clean runs, while punishing hold-up horses who will meet solid walls of traffic when needing racing room.

Runner profiles

Race scenarios

Prominent Runner Dominates

45% probability

If the prominent pack stays clear of major interference and one finds the rail

The winner emerges from the quintet of prominent runners who avoid the worst traffic, benefiting from a perfect stalking position behind sustainable pace. Hold-up horses get buried in the scrum and never land a blow.

YachtsmanMy Dad TomChelioRosieisme Darling

Leader Holds Gamely

30% probability

If Nzuri maintains rhythm and the prominent pack fractures through scrimmaging

Despite his fading tendency, Nzuri capitalizes on the chaos behind as prominent runners impede each other in a messy finish. The leader's uncontested early sections prove decisive when followers meet trouble.

NzuriArvana BelleMy Dad TomYachtsman

Hold-Up Hero Weaves Through

15% probability

If the prominent congestion creates gaps that allow one hold-up horse to thread between rivals

A patient hold-up horse finds the perfect seam through the traffic jam, with superior finishing kick proving decisive. This requires expert timing and a slice of luck from the jockey.

Marra DonnaMadmanCorniche GirlCape Toronada

Pace Collapse Chaos

10% probability

If Nzuri stops abruptly and the prominent pack bunches severely in the final furlong

The early pace advantage evaporates as tired leaders get swamped, but the finish remains messy with multiple horses arriving together. Form and class become secondary to racing luck.

Rosieisme DarlingChelioZouletteStolen

Race position map

LeadProminentMidfieldHold up

Watch points

KEY

Watch for Nzuri's stamina reserves in final furlong - his fading pattern could trigger complete pace collapse

WATCH

Monitor the prominent quintet from 2f out as traffic congestion will determine which horses find racing room

WATCH

Check if Tom Marquand on Chelio can secure rail position early - inside draw advantage crucial in this field size

NOTE

Observe whether any hold-up horses get early cover behind the speed - tracking the right horse essential for their chances

NOTE

Watch for Saffie Osborne's positioning on Cape Toronada - needs to be closer than usual given the race dynamics

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 18 May 2026.

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