His first win came at Wolverhampton on 28 June, and he struck again three weeks ago at Southwell on 6 August. Both victories came in what looks like mid-tier company, but the fact that he has managed to win twice in quick succession suggests he is improving or has found races suited to his style. The recent sixth-place finish, having raced just yesterday, indicates he is being run regularly — a sign his trainer is confident enough to test him often. Ed Walker's Upper Lambourn yard has sent out 76 winners this season, placing him among the sharper training operations in the country, which lends weight to the idea that Hauteluce is being handled with purpose.
The pattern of his last four races — a win, a third place, a win, and then a sixth — shows fluctuation rather than a horse on the rise or in decline. What matters now is whether he can string wins together more consistently. His 50% win rate looks impressive on paper, but it is built on just two victories. If he can convert more of his second and third-place finishes into wins, he could develop into something worth following.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverhampton Galloping |
1 | 1 win | 28 Jun | 100% |
| Southwell Galloping |
1 | 1 win | 6 Aug | 100% |
| Nottingham Galloping |
1 | 1 third | 17 Jul | 0% |
| Goodwood Undulating |
1 | 1 other | 28 Aug | 0% |