Astrid

Her recent form tells the story of a horse still finding her feet at this level. A third-place finish three days ago was followed by a seventh-place run just yesterday, suggesting she is being tested regularly and given chances to prove herself. James Horton's Newmarket yard is no backwater operation — the trainer has already sent out 20 winners this season, so there is clear knowledge and success in the stable. That Astrid continues to race frequently indicates the yard believes there is potential worth pursuing. For a young horse early in her career, this kind of consistent racing and professional handling matters. She may not be a standout prospect on paper, but she is still very much a work in progress, and at just 3 years old, there is plenty of time for things to click.