47 Expert View: 4,000gns Sea The Stars gelding; half-brother to Mass Media, very useful at 9f as 2yo; dam smart at 12f; tongue-tie first time; rivals set good standard; best watched.
2 14:30 Haydock 21 May 2026
Pitch Perfect EBF Maiden Stakes (GBB/GBBPlus Race) (Class 3) (3YO plus)
1m 3f 140y Soft
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49 Expert View: Outpaced, ran to debut form well beaten in a novice at Southwell latest; usually held up; effective 2m; bumper winner looks one for handicaps on Flat.
54 Expert View: Outpaced, poor run well beaten in a handicap hurdle at Hexham latest; generally consistent handicap hurdler; may need this initial Flat experience.
72 Expert View: Ran to form 1 1/4l third in a novice at Southwell most recent run; effective 10-11f, acts on AW; improvement likely now up in trip.
63 Expert View: Outpaced, modest debut beaten 8l in a novice at Southwell on debut; stamina in pedigree; likely to need more time.
72 Expert View: Pinatubo colt; half-brother to Lionel, very smart at 14f; dam very smart at 12f winning a G2 for this yard; trainer in form; top trainer; likely type.
85 Expert View: Improved for debut experience 2 1/2l third in a maiden at Chester most recent run; effective 10f, likely get further; threat on latest, longer trip should suit.
87 Expert View: Very promising debut just out-battled late by experienced rival runner-up beaten a short-head in a maiden at Salisbury only start; effective 12f, acts on good to firm; knew job on debut but should progress a little.
63 Expert View: Green and never travelled well beaten in a maiden at Salisbury only start; likely to be suited by middle distances; yard's horses tend to improve significantly for initial experience.
76 Expert View: Never threatened but showed minor promise on debut 7 1/2l fourth in a maiden at Leicester first-time out; bred to be suited by middle distances; should improve a little for initial experience.
Verdict
SCARLET LEGEND was only narrowly denied by a more experienced rival on debut and represents a yard where horses tend to improve significantly on their second start. He can defeat Outback Legend who probably sets the standard on form following his midfield effort at Chester and should appreciate this longer trip. The John Gosden yard has enjoyed plenty of success with close relatives of Humphrey so he could be a big player on debut as well.
Race Record
| Distance | Record Time |
|---|---|
| 1m 3f 140y | 2:25.52 |