Reputation

The overall numbers tell one story: 5 wins from 44 races works out to roughly 1 in every 9, which is modest by any measure. But zoom in on the last six outings and things look considerably brighter — two wins in that stretch, with a second place sandwiched in between, suggesting a horse that has rediscovered some form at just the right moment in life. At the level Reputation typically operates — the lower end of the racing ladder, where the competition is more open — the record improves noticeably. In those races, it has won 3 from 18, which is closer to 1 in every 6. Not a dominant force, but a horse that knows how to find the winner's enclosure when the conditions suit.

The partnership with jockey James Sullivan spans 35 races together, which is a real working relationship rather than a casual arrangement. Sullivan has ridden Reputation to 3 of its 5 career wins — about 1 in every 12 times they've teamed up, which reflects the overall pattern: not prolific, but capable. Behind the scenes, trainer Ruth Carr has had a productive season from her yard in Stillington, North Yorkshire, sending out 63 winners — a number that speaks to a stable operating with real momentum. Keeping a 13-year-old horse fit, happy, and competitive enough to win a race in May 2026 is no small part of that.

What makes Reputation genuinely interesting isn't the headline statistics — it's the sheer longevity. Most racehorses are retired or rehoused long before they reach 13. The fact that this one is still racing, still winning, and still raced as recently as yesterday puts it in rare company. A career total of 5 wins and 17 places from 44 races might not sound like the stuff of legend, but for a horse of this age, still landing winners in the spring of 2026, the word reputation seems well earned.