wore hood to post, made all, set strong pace, went two lengths clear over 3f out, ridden over 1f out, ran on well, reduced lead inside final 110yds, readily
4 18:57 Epsom Downs 01 Jul 2026
Betfred 'The Classic Bookmaker' Handicap (GBBPlus Race) (Class 4) (3YO plus)
1m 4f 6y Good (Good to Firm in places)
prominent, steadied to midfield after two furlongs, dropped to last and pushed along before halfway, ridden to make headway 3f out, ran on strongly over 1f out, took second inside final 110yds, not reach winner towards finish
towards rear, taken towards centre to make headway from over 3f out. hung right when took second 2f out, wandered when chased winner inside final furlong, weakened and lost second towards finish
slowly away, in rear and detached early, pushed along to join main group after 2f, steady headway from 3f out,
midfield, headway 4f out, took second over 2f out, ridden when lost position entering final furlong, soon weakened
mounted in chute, midfield, kept on but no impression on leading trio inside final 110yds
towards rear, pushed along over 3f out, outpaced 2f out, weakened over 1f out
prominent, soon raced in second, pushed along 3f out, son outpaced and lost several positions, weakened over 1f out
prominent, raced wide on bend 4f out, ridden 3f out, outpaced 2f out, soon weakened
towards rear early, soon made headway to be in touch with leaders after 2f, pushed along 3f out, outpaced 2f put, soon weakened, dropped to last and eased over 1f out (trainer could offer no explanation for the performance of gelding)
Betting returns
| Type | Winnings |
|---|---|
| CSF | £173.08 (8, 10) |
| Tricast | £403.85 (8, 10, 7) |
| Win | £40.60 (8) |
| Place | £7.30 (8), £2.10 (10), £1.30 (7) |
| Swinger | £12.80 (7, 8), £3.30 (7, 10), £23.20 (8, 10) |
| Exacta | £261.70 (8, 10) |
| Trifecta | £587.40 (8, 10, 7) |
Video Highlights
Previous Winners
Race Favourite Stats
| Year | Favourite Finish Position | Winner Market Position |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | 6 | 4 |
Race Record
| Distance | Record Time |
|---|---|
| 1m 4f 6y | 2:33.38 |