Caph Star

The recent form tells a cautious story. In the last six races, the horse has managed two third-place finishes and a second place, but also three runs outside the placings — including a seventh just a couple of starts back. That second place came two races ago, which hints at some residual ability, but the pattern is choppy. Mark Rimell's yard at Leafield has sent out six winners this season, so there is clear training firepower available, but Caph Star has not visited the winner's circle since spring. Racing again just a day ago suggests the horse remains active and sound enough to compete regularly, even if recent results have not rewarded those efforts. At seven years old, Caph Star sits in that middle ground where some horses find a sweet spot at a particular track or distance, while others gradually fade. The next few outings will be telling.