Moving Force

The recent form tells a familiar story. In its last six outings, Moving Force has managed a second and another second, along with a couple of mid-field efforts, but nothing better. It was back in action just yesterday, finishing eighth, which at least confirms the horse is still in work and the trainer, Mark Loughnane, believes there is something left to run for. Loughnane's Rock Farm yard in Worcestershire has been in decent form this season with 25 winners to its name, though Moving Force has not been among the contributors.

Where there is a glimmer of encouragement is in the partnership with jockey Oisin Orr. The pair have partnered on five occasions and won once together—a 20 percent win rate that is double Moving Force's overall record. That suggests the combination works, even if the win rate remains modest. At Class 2 level, the horse has not won from three attempts, which hints that it may be better suited to slightly easier races where it can use its speed and frame without needing to carry top weight. For now, Moving Force remains a trying sort: capable enough to run respectably and pick up the odd place, but without the spark needed to string together winners or climb the ladder.