Arcon

What's interesting about Arcon is where he actually shows promise. Over the middle distances—races between a mile and six furlongs and two miles—he wins at a rate of 1 in every 8 races (12%), which is significantly better than his overall record. He's also noticeably more dangerous in Class 5 races, his typical level, where he's won 1 of 6 (17%). Those figures suggest there's a particular type of race that suits him, even if opportunities to hit that sweet spot don't come around often. His recent form tells the story of a horse trying hard: across his last six races, all run within the past few weeks, he's picked up three sixth-place finishes and a couple of eighths, with that sole win breaking the pattern. He raced just a day ago, so Arcon remains actively campaigned by trainer Jennie Candlish at Basford, Staffordshire, a yard that has saddled 64 winners this season and clearly sees something worth pursuing in this determined stayer.