Woohoo

At five years old, Woohoo is in its prime racing years, and the overall record of 5 wins and 7 places from 21 races — winning roughly 1 in every 4 — tells the story of a horse that is competitive without being exceptional. It tends to race at the lower end of the competition ladder, and at that level it thrives: 3 wins from 5 races, a 60% success rate that is genuinely impressive. The first career win came at Hamilton Park in May 2025, and the horse has clearly developed and found its rhythm since then.

Ground conditions matter too. On normal going, Woohoo has won 2 of its 4 races — half the time, which is a remarkable conversion rate and suggests the team will be selective about when to run. Its recent form reads 4-1-12-15-10-4 in finishing positions, which is a mixed picture, but that win and a fourth place in the last six runs indicate the horse is capable of performing when conditions suit.

Jockey Amie Waugh has ridden Woohoo five times without a win together, which is a curious footnote given the horse's overall ability to win. Jim Goldie himself is having a strong season — 88 winners from his Scottish yard is a serious training performance, and Woohoo is one of several horses contributing to that tally. Having raced just yesterday, this is a horse right in the thick of its season, fit and active and with a track it loves well within reach.