What stands out is how much better Tarot performs over shorter distances. When running between five and six and a half furlongs, it has won one out of four races, a win rate of 25 percent. Over longer trips, the picture darkens considerably. The horse also shows genuine ability in Class 4 company, where it has won one of three races, suggesting that the top tier of that level might be where it can compete most effectively. Trained by Roger Varian at Newmarket, Tarot is part of a yard that has sent out 87 winners this season, so it is in capable hands.
The recent form — 6-6-7-1-3-2 across the last six races — tells a mixed story. There have been moments of promise, particularly the win and the third place, but also some disappointing efforts that have seen it finish sixth or seventh. With just ten months having passed since its last victory, Tarot is still young enough to improve, but it needs to rediscover that Kempton Park form soon if it is to establish itself as a genuine winner at this level. It raced just a day ago, so the yard are keeping it active and looking for the right opportunity.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempton Park Galloping |
2 | 1 win, 1 third | 10 Oct | 50% |
| Newbury Galloping |
2 | 2 seconds | 28 Aug | 0% |
| Newmarket Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 11 Jul | 0% |
| Chester Tight |
1 | 1 other | 30 May | 0% |
| Wolverhampton Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 31 Jul | 0% |