Desert Charm

What's most striking about Desert Charm is his preference for normal ground conditions. On standard terrain, he has won 2 of his 3 races—a win rate of two out of three that stands well above his overall average. This is the kind of detail that matters to trainer Mike Murphy and his Westoning yard, which has already sent out 15 winners this season. When conditions suit, Desert Charm is a different proposition. His last victory came at Lingfield Park on 27 June, just over six weeks ago, and his recent run to second place shows he remains competitive and active.

At Class 6 level—the lower rungs of competitive racing—Desert Charm has won 1 of 5 races, which is respectable if unspectacular. But the horse's overall pattern suggests he performs best on his preferred surfaces and continues to give his the yard chances to win. With two wins in his last six outings and form that includes multiple placings, Desert Charm looks like a straightforward, honest performer who could yet deliver more winners for Murphy's yard.