Having raced just yesterday, El Nay is about as current as it gets, and with only three races under its belt there is clearly more to come from a horse still learning its trade. The fact that it has placed in all three suggests it isn't being thrown in at the deep end — it's competitive, consistent, and holding its form.
The trainer is Richard Hannon, one of the most prolific yards in British racing. Based at Herridge in Wiltshire, the operation has sent out 118 winners already this season — a number that reflects a large, busy string with horses running week in, week out across the country. Hannon is particularly well regarded for developing younger horses, so a three-year-old still searching for a first win is exactly the kind of project the yard handles well. The sheer volume of winners the team produces also means they know how to place a horse to give it the best possible chance — and for El Nay, finding the right opportunity to get off the mark feels like a matter of when, not if.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempton Park Galloping |
1 | 1 third | 18 Mar | 0% |
| Chester Tight |
1 | 1 second | 6 May | 0% |
| Lingfield Park Sharp |
1 | 1 second | 21 Feb | 0% |