Kuredu King

The partnership with jockey Robert Havlin is striking. Havlin has steered Kuredu King to victory in 2 of their 5 races together — a 40 per cent win rate that far outstrips the horse's overall record. That kind of correlation between rider and horse often hints at understanding and timing. Havlin appears to know how to get the best from this animal, and the figures suggest he should be the first choice whenever possible. The horse has now gone eleven months without a win, his last success coming at Great Yarmouth in September 2025, but recent form — a sequence of fourth and sixth place finishes — shows he is still competing at his level rather than deteriorating.

Kuredu King performs noticeably better when stretched over longer distances. At 1 mile 3 furlongs to 1 mile 4 furlongs, he has won 1 from 4 races, a quarter win rate that stands above his career average. In Class 4 company, which is where he typically races, he has also converted 1 from 4 starts at 25 per cent. These conditions — a decent length and modest class — appear to suit him best. McCain, who has sent out 55 winners this season, clearly knows his horse's capabilities. The challenge now is finding the right race and, ideally, getting Havlin back into the saddle. Kuredu King is still active and racing, so the opportunity for another win remains within reach.