Are Group Entries the Secret to Betting Success?

Followers of Group Horse know the information is exceptional. How can it be beaten? It is beyond the norm simply because it is the opinion of horse trainers big and small. You don't need me to sing its praises. 

The likes of Pinatubo. A horse that wins at Group 1 ''impressively''. A horse that's going to be favourite for the Guineas and most probably the Derby. The way it's going, it may win both! 

Craig, who runs Craig's Betting Blog, is an avid follower of Group Horse, to the point of following the highs of many horses on his pages. He does it very well. In a short period of time his blog has achieved over 17,000 pageviews. Month on month the traffic has been building. I mean, it's just a few months. 

Is Craig the epitome of Pinatubo? 

After studying the Group entries, he said: ''I thought just following horses with Group entries would mean they are winners waiting to happen.'' 

In truth, they aren't. Not all of them. Many, yes, but not all. 

And that is the crux of all the question about finding winners. Without a doubt, the information on these pages is better than you will find via 95% of websites, phone calls, or funny dances at the Masonic Lodge. However, the true understanding of this information is knowing how to filter the good from the bad. We have all seen well-entered juveniles disappoint time after time. They can be quite frustrating. I have been working long and hard to find the answers to these questions. That is why I don't use the Group entries alone because they are part of the jigsaw. 

Form, betting, statistics are the key to understanding the full picture. That knowledge isn't easy to understand. It's a mix of variables which makes the Rubik's Cube look simple. At least that has a fixed mathematical formula. If you know the ''secret'' you can complete the task in a matter of seconds.

Horse racing changes for each and trainer and can vary from season to season. 

So in truth Group Entries aren't the complete secret to betting success. They are part of the equation. 

Prince Monolulu: I Gotta Horse!

Do you know who uttered those legendary words? Of course, as I put the name in the title...

Ras Prince Monolulu. You can read about the famous horse racing tipster here. 

Time flies when you are having fun!

I often chat with Craig who runs the excellent Craig's Betting Blog. He had one of those weekends he'd probably rather forget. It's not the case of doing anything wrong, just that winners and loser often follow peaks and troughs. When things are going south or north (whichever position of the planet you are looking at your compass) it doesn't matter. Because, as Sunday displayed, when the well-backed Convict stumbles and the jockey loses his irons you know it's not your day. I've had so many days like this you wouldn't believe it. If I was a hypochondriac I'd be visiting the GP for a suitcase full of Beta Blockers. A fine malt whisky and a chaser of Nadolo, followed by an expensive Cuban cigar. I'd use it as a fuse to detonate a wizened brain. Sometimes everything goes wrong even though - longterm - you are as balanced as the bubble in a spirit level. 

Anyway, being part of this gambling world can be like sitting on a roller-coaster, through a field, with horses, bookmakers and sickbag between your knees. 

We live and learn. In ways, every winner or loser is trying to help you if you listen. Every loser showing you may have pushed your luck too far. Every winner a pat on the back. Sometimes a loser isn't wrong when it loses by a small margin or something unusual happens. Another day... I know it sounds like a cliche but by golly it is true. 

So we start a new week. 

It looks a pretty average Monday. 

As far a significantly entered two-year-olds go these are thin on the ground. These are part of the jigsaw puzzle. 

6:00 Wolverhampton - 

Sir Oliver, trained by Richard Hughes, has been relatively fancied on both starts to date. A nice-looking horse who has come unstuck by being a touch too keen. Interesting to see if this son of Dark Angel can show more today. A prime draw may be positive. These potential speculative bets can be a pain as they can erode the betting bank if they lose but at the same time drive you to the edge of despair if you don't bet and they win. 

6:30 Wolverhampton -  

A very restricted race type which often goes to form horse. Interesting to see that Daniel Kubler has Secret Acquisition racing in the ownership of loyal patrons Mr & Mrs G Middlebrook. This daughter of Sea The Stars is out of a limited mare who was placed once. The stable have very few juveniles but they can run well on debut. An entry for the bet365 Fillies' Mile (Group 1) could be an exceptional sign or, conversely, a red herring even though its a horse!

Time will tell.

Andrew Balding's: All You Wish (Made Me Cry)

So many race days bring moments of happiness, frustration and despair. 

Perhaps the latter of those three words is a touch full on but I'm sure all gamblers have had moments of extreme frustration (boarding on despair). 

Anyway, I had one of those moments today when missing a 33/1 winner. Well, I say missed (that isn't quite true as I did have a tiny bet) but by all ways of thinking it was nothing. Those who follow the Group entries may have noticed Andrew Balding's All You Wish had, earlier in the year, been given a Gimcrack Stakes entry. It didn't run in the race and disappointed on debut. However, this proves the point of why you need to appreciate the entries and keep an open mind that anything is possible. 

Other than very few people (those in the know) wouldn't have remembered this son of Showcasing had anything going for it at all. I can imagine most people wouldn't have known it was considered for any class race. The horse looked poor after showing little on debut at Salisbury when starting a 16/1 shot. A slow start ruined any hope of winning. All You Wish finished twelfth of fourteen. 

Three weeks off course and Balding enters this horse for Kempton, stepping up to 7f. The starting odds 33/1. Betfair the price touched 90/1. There was a little bit of money just before the off as he was backed to 40s (exchange).

The rest is history. All You Wish, led from just about start to finish and battled well to hold two favourites who put down serious challenges. However, neither could stop this big galloping horse which held on to win by a neck. 

You can imagine the thoughts going through my mind. 

The main reason I didn't bet was simply that Balding doesn't have many winners on their second start over 9/1. See, sometimes you can just think you know too much. This winner helped me write a new guideline for my own personal bets, which, to some extent, will help prevent this from happening in future. As we all know, there will always be something. If you have to learn a lesson, you may as well learn it and move forward. 

I hope a few of you noticed the interest in All You Wish today, as the entry is there to be seen, for those who care to look and appreciate the information at hand.  

I'm pleased to say Craig from Craig's Betting Blog had a few quid each-way. Great to hear. It proves the worth of the information we detail. 

Horse Trainer Quotes: Do They Pinpoint Winning Tips?

Looking for decent horse racing tips? Well, OLBG has today's free horse racing bets at the ready. 

I guess many punters associate the best racing information with trainers and their respective stables.

I mean, they look after the horse on a daily basis. If they don't know, who does? From working in my niche of two-year-old horse racing I've had a lot of people come to me detailing what ''inside info'' they have. Whether these people are connected to stables, owners or trainers. I don't want to know! 

Sounds strange, hey. Why wouldn't I want to know this ''valuable'' information? To put it bluntly, I don't want or need to rely on anyone to afford information.

However, each and every trainer is very different. Some are very good judges. They are usually the ones who keep their mouth shut. You often hear trainer comments when being interview by At The Races or Racing UK. You can also find a 'wealth' of information from various publications.

A few trainers do give you a straight answer. Bill Turner is as honest as they come and doesn't mind giving truthful interviews.

I used to love Clive Brittain for his optimism. The funny thing about being a glass half full man is that you can strike it lucky. Think back to Terimon in the 1989 Epsom Derby. Who else would have entered this son of Bustino? He finished runner-up to Nashwan at 500/1. Brittain was a master at ''getting lucky''. It had nothing to do with luck. 

In truth, you don't need to be phoning a horse trainer to know lots of good info. To some extent, they are not the best people to ask at all. Consider these pointers for the two-year-old horse: 

• Some trainers are poor judges of ability 
• They have a limited string which makes assessment difficult 
• The world and his wife know – little value 
• They do not understand or appreciate the opposition 
• Some are blatant liars 
• Why would they tell you? 

For that reason, I never listen to others. I've had people say the trainer told them about a horse. Often they run terribly. I have known a few trainers, and not being nasty, what they have told me didn't help find winners at all. Even if you own a horse many trainers are unwilling to say too much because they have little to gain. People expect every horse to win which is crazy. But give a few losers and the owner may get the huff and go elsewhere.

Probably the best way to learn about any horse trainer is to observe. They are creatures of habit. How many times have you seen a trainer target the same race with an exciting two-year-old? 

Each has strength and weakness but the key to their understanding isn't as hidden as you may suspect. With a little bit of homework, you will reap rewards and benefit greatly.

Bill The Butcher Makes His Return (12th September)

5:20 Chelmsford - 

Just a quick look at this race. 

As always proving the point, the first three horses in the betting are all significantly entered as forwarded by Group Horse. It's the reason why our information sees top-class two-year-olds win every pattern race throughout the season. You really don't get any better. Anyway, enough about all that.

6f Novice Stakes (Plus 10 Race) (Class 4) (2yo). 

Readers may have seen our post which stated Bill The Butcher was fancied to go well on debut at Windsor, and one of the best two-year-olds in the Richard Spencer stable. Rebel Racing has been blessed with a number of exceptional talents over the years. 

To be fair, this son of Starspanglebanner had a stiff task when making his first start, facing winners, form horses and unraced talents. This February foal wasn't best away from the stalls, which basically gave him little chance of winning. Looking inexperienced throughout the race, this £64,000 yearling purchase faded in the final furlong to finish fifth of nine. 

He looked a raw, big baby, with much to learn. 

After 20-days off course, he should be wiser and better equipped. It wouldn't be the biggest surprise to see he shows some inexperience on this second start. 

A wide draw on a turning course isn't the best position to start. Even over sprint distances, you do not want your bet to be racing three or four wide on the bend because it is an incredibly difficult position to win from.

Also, if dropping in behind, you don't want to be too far off the pace to talented, experienced horses. All these aspects need to be considered because you don't want to fall short with your assessment.

Reviewing Group Horse's, you will see Bill The Butcher has been given two significant entries. 

I must admit this hasn't been a vintage year for Spencer's two-year-olds and make no mistake that does bring down the general standard. I don't think any of the stable's juveniles are anything special. Skontonovski is probably the best and he isn't a star in the making, although capable of winning races. 

In truth, this race has a strange look about it. 

Last Surprise is a decent juvenile from Simon Crisford, an easy debut winner, who is on something of a recovery mission after attempts at a higher class. He has to shoulder a win penalty which doesn't make life easy. It takes talent to win under a penalty. An official rating of 85 details a very capable juvenile. There is always a chance this juvenile has regressed. 

It's a similar dilemma with Saeed bin Suroor's Dubai Romance. This chestnut daughter of Dubawi was fancied to go well on debut but ran no race. She hasn't been seen for over three months which suggests there was an issue that day. Better should be seen today. If very strong in the market, I would be expecting a bold show. On breeding, you may well wonder why she isn't racing over further. Perhaps they feel they can get away with 6f but it is a slight worry. 

Shoot To Kill was a big price on debut but ran well and beaten by a length or two. He stepped up in class when returning to Ascot and disappointed. That was a tough race so he may have paid the price of trying to win the race and faded fast. Another horse that hasn't been seen for about seven weeks. May have claims if back to best. Stall one is a positive and they may lead. 

Conclusion: At first instance I was looking at Bill The Butcher will some appeal. Having reviewed his debut, it was a decent start to proceedings. He looked very inexperienced that day and it wouldn't surprise me if he is still on a big learning curve. Turning courses can make life difficult for a horse that may still be a touch green behind the ears. Also, a wide draw may compound the problem if not briskly into stride. It would be more appealing if there were three places for each-way backers. I will be keeping an eye on the betting on the exchanges. The main thing that would sway me to bet is if this colt drifted markedly in the betting to a point it held some value. He may well be a different horse today and win well. However, this doesn't look the easiest of races. The two favourite are potentially smart juveniles and the added problem is that both can be viewed from one extreme to the other. If both have regressed or just not living up to expectation, it could turn out to be a pretty poor race. However, if both are back to best it may well be a very tough challenge.

In addition, the Shaun Keightly debutant, San Juan, cost 50,000 euros as a breeze-up (2yo) sale, which implies this son of Tagula could have ability. On balance, I would have to take a watching brief. 

Charlie Appleby's Lazuli to Win at Doncaster

I guess I'm tempting fate with that title.

Charlie Appleby's colt made a sparkling debut at Newmarket well over a month ago. Readers may remember this son of Dubawi as he fairly hurtled home. 

His appearance coincided with the release of our respected 10 Dark Horse Mailing. 

The timing was no coincidence. 

As it happened, we had three class two-year-olds from our prized list competing in the same race. I'm sure you watched the performance. (Lazuli, Ziggle Pops & Skontonovski). They finished 1st, 3rd & 5th, respectively). Skotonoviski finished second next start when looking the winner, while Ziggle Pops managed, finally, to win in splendid isolation on his last start at Brighton. As the saying goes: ''There are no easy races''.

If you wish to learn more about our free 10 Dark Horse Mailing then take a moment to visit Group Horse. We have glowing testimonials. It's no surprise when you see the calibre of the horses we identify before debut. 

Lazuli, a good-looking colt, powered up the Newmarket hill to finish a comfortable winner. 

1:50 Doncaster - [Wednesday]

Only a four-runner race over 6f, but a fair test for Lazuli who is likely to go off favourite. I imagine he will start odds-on. 

These Class 2 Stakes races often lack in numbers. However, the first prize of £11,205 and Plus 10 Race (which gives an additional £10,000 to qualifiers) is up for grabs. The three horses in opposition are very talented in their own right. 

Lampang was fancied to go well on debut for Tim Easterby. Connections must have been hoping for a big run. In general, Easterby has a very poor strike rate with his debutantes, even those starting at very short odds. So it is a promising sign for this colt to win, coming from a long way off the pace, bursting on the scene in the final furlong to win well enough. The second horse, trained by Tom Dascombe, stepped up to a mile next start and won in style. 

I may be completely wrong, but I wouldn't be betting on Lampang to beat Lazuli. 

Mistry Grey is one of the better juveniles in Mark Johnston's stable. Those who take a look at the trainer significant entries will see this of Dark Angel has a list almost as long as your arm. He won impressively at Ripon before being highly tried at Group class. I can see him setting off at a bold pace and playing catch me if you can. A rating of 99 shows he is a Listed horse if not a Group winner waiting to happen. 

Brad the Brief is fielded by Tom Dascombe. A good-looking son of Dutch Art, he won on debut at Bath over five furlongs. This looks a step up in class. It never pays to limit a winner, but this March foal will need to be one of the best in the stable to lower the colours of the favourite. 

This is a fascinating race to enjoy. Hopefully, if Misty Grey sets a decent pace, it won't turn into a tactical affair. Will I be betting in this race? No. Simply because I feel I can find easier opportunities elsewhere at prohibitive odds. However, if Lampang is the major threat in the betting I think Appleby's horse will take some stopping. 

Very close!!!!!

Betting Strategies: Early Season Pointers for Two-Year-old Horse Racing

In many ways, this post is a little bit out of time with the season. We are coming into autumn while this post considers the early season.  

That's what happens when I have a slightly quieter day. Always thinking, planning and trying to find ways to improve my understanding of this complex niche. I like to use the maxim: ''Knowledge is power''. 

You don't find much data beyond the pages of the Racing Post or one of a myriad of publications which do a fine job of keeping you informed at a very basic level. 

In truth, that level is satisfactory for the general racing needs, which I use myself quite adequately. 

However, what if you want to investigate a little deeper, below the surface structure and get into the nitty-gritty. I have done a little bit of research to show you what can be discovered and how this knowledge can help you look in the right direction when it comes to winners and losers. Both are equally important. Winners for putting money in your pocket and finding losers to lay (if that is your thing) or save you betting and wishing you really hadn't bothered. I'm sure we can all appreciate the latter. 

So I wanted to have a better understanding of the first month or so of the two-year-old season. It can be a tricky time for punters. Starting the season with field after field of debutantes, limited form, trying to assess the merit of form, appreciating the betting (or not) and, as we do here, making use of significant entries, which, again, are few and far between early season. 

Anyway, I took an hour of my time to investigate. 

This season started at the end of March, the Brocklesby Stakes being the only two-year-old horse race in that month, followed by just 36 2yo horse races in April. 

You can see from these numbers that the early season is very much a slow burner. It gives horses and trainers time to get into the swing of the season and assess. This is what we, as punters, should be doing, too. 

From a betting point of view, early-season punts are either music to your ears or a terrible red-faced mistake. 

That is why I am particularly careful. I would even consider it prudent to wait until the start of June before betting. It gives time to appreciate form and even horse trainers need time to appreciate the level of ability within the two-year-old ranks. 

So what did this first month or so reveal? 

It is quite interesting. 

From 37 races we saw 25 winners come from just 7 stables. It proves the dominance of the early-season yards who know their job. 

It will come as little surprise to see that Archie Watson led the way with 8 winners, many of these horses being the better throughout the season such as Lamberth Walk, Lady Kermit and Electric Ladyland. True, we saw better horses later season, but this is hardly surprising. 

Other top stables included David Evans (4), Richard Fahey (3), Mark Johnston (3), David O'Meara (3), Charlie Appleby (2) and Paul Cole (2). 

Twelve over stables found one winner apiece. [Michael Bell, George Scott, Tom Dascombe, Robert Cowell, Clive Cox, Richard Hannon, Tim Easterby, Jamie Osborne, Bryan Smart, Mick Channon, Jeremy Noseda & Joseph Tuite]. 

Winners came from a pretty restricted betting guide. 

Almost 80% of winners (29) were priced 13/2 & less sp. In fact, 21 (56%) of the winners were priced 7/2 & less sp. 

15 of the winners had previously raced. 13 were priced 11/2 & less sp. 

So much for searching for big priced winners. However, there were half a dozen which won priced 10/1 or greater. It's interesting to consider that these were all debutantes. 

This is just one of any number of years. I haven't done a study to appreciate whether past years had similar statistics. I would imagine they follow a similar path. Trainer statistics have a way of repeating themselves. So what have we gathered from this information? Basically, early-season winners come from the dominant trainers. This may vary from year to year, as the ebb and flow of ability go from one yard to the next. This has much to do with the intention of the given stables. It is no fluke that Archie Watson or David Evans feature high on the leaderboard. 

The starting price of winners is revealing. Basically, the chance of you betting a winner priced over 13/2 starting price (SP) is slim. In fact, well over half of all winners were priced 7/2 & less sp. 

Hopefully, this basic understanding will help you appreciate what it takes to be a successful punter early season. 

I will continue this study up to the start of June to see if it follows a similar pattern. 

Ziggle Pops Wins Easily at Brighton

Winners are not easy to find, even with class horses. That has been the case for Richard Hannon's colt Ziggle Pops, who, finally, made it fourth time lucky at Brighton when winning in style to take his first victory. 

This chestnut son of Zoffany, has always been well regarded in the Hannon stable. Subscribers of our 10 Dark Horse Mailing, may have looked twice when we added this February foal to the list after he had looked quite poor on debut when running down the field to finished unplaced at Newbury over 6f. 

We actually fancied his chances at Newmarket, next start, until we see he was opposing two horses from our mailing including Lazuli, trained by Charlie Appleby. As you will have seen, Lazuli, shot clear of the field and is a very high-class individual, who will be making waves at Group class.  

Interestingly, Skontonovski ran in the same race, having little go right, then ran out of petrol at Ffos Las when caught in the last two sides. 

Ziggle Pops is a capable juvenile but struggled when finding himself in another hot race at Newbury when stepping up to 7f for the first time. Roger Charlton unveiled a right top-notch two-year-old in the shape of Quadrilateral, seeing Ziggle Pops finish fourth, beaten seven lengths. Time will tell that was a stiff contest. 

Anyway, Ziggle Pops had the luxury today of finding an average race at Brighton and the even-money chance strode out a comfortable winner by five lengths. You can see the full result here. 

I'm sure connections will try him at a higher level, although, in fairness, he has an official rating of 75 and looks better suited by nursery races. 

Good luck to connections. 

Nice to see another winner for the 10 Dark Horse Mailing. 

Surf Dancer Keeps 10 Dark Horse Mailing Subscribers on Crest of a Wave

What did we say? 

Whenever we mention a potentially talented two-year-old on our 10 Dark Horse Mailing it is simply a matter of time before they win. It sounds a bold statement, but all of our readers (even the quiet ones) are looking at our list and thinking: ''How do they do it?'' 

I'm sure many readers were eagerly awaiting the 2:10 Leicester because we had one of the ten going. 

William Haggas sent Surf Dancer to the East Midlands course to take part in the Longines Irish Champions Weekend EBF Novice Stakes (Plus 10). Racing over 7f on the rain-softened ground (good to soft), this bay colt, a son of Lope De Vega, and 260,000 euro yearling purchase, pleased connections with a dominant performance, stretching clear in the final furlong under a confident ride from Daniel Tudhope. The owners, China Horse Club/Ballylinch Stud will be eyeing up the Racing Calendar for a tilt at Group Class before long. 

Surf Dancer made amends for a slightly disappointing debut at Ascot, over 6f, where the 13/2 shot had no luck in running when short of room and checked when making a challenge.  

Those who have been following our 10 Dark Horse Mailing have witnessed the strength of our approach in detailing not just talented two-year-old horses but those which make the headlines and fulfil their potential by competing at the highest level. 

The majority of these horses were given before setting hoof on the racecourse, while the likes of Surf Dancer had one run and still unproven on course. 

What did we say about Surf Dancer? Next two starts result in two authoritative wins. William Haggas' two-year-old will be going for a Pattern race very soon. 

Surf Dancer (William Haggas) 5/11

Here is a list of the horses to have run:

Lazuli (Charlie Appleby)  11/10F 1ST

Effortless winner on debut at Newmarket and will be racing at pattern class soon. 

Surf Dancer (William Haggas) 4/7F 1ST

Noted after disappointing on debut as a potentially smart two-year-old and one of the best in the stable. Won ''comfortably'' the second start by three lengths.

Ziggle Pops (Richard Hannon) 15/2 3RD

I specifically detailed this son of Zoffany after finishing nearer last than first on debut and hoping he would be a big priced winner. Backed from 12/1, he ran a fine race, finishing in the third position behind Lazuli.

Form update: /34  (capable juvenile will be winning) 

Persuasion (Charles Hills) 16/1 1ST

If the other horses didn't impress (I know they did) then Persuasion was named to make an impact. Racing in the familiar silks of Mrs Susan Roy, this expensive son of Acclamation won with authority on debut at Goodwood, making his presence felt in a Class 2 Stakes with win prize money of £18,903. I received a lot of comments about this horse and readers astounded by the quality of our information. I had a decent bet on this horse and he will be competing at the highest level. 

Form update: 16 (raced at Group class)

Skontonovski (Richard Spencer) 7/2 5TH

Would you consider this a disappointing effort? In all seriousness, I don't think so because this son of Harbour Watch will most likely win on his second start. He was very well backed on debut at Newmarket when (you guessed it) competing against Lazuli and Ziggle Pops. He ran a fine race after being impeded at the start and made steady progress in the closing stages to finish a creditable fifth with the race comments: ''Capable of better''.

So there you have it, the first five horses of our 10 Dark Horse Mailing have performed exceptionally well. To be honest, if you asked any top-class tipster or racing pundit to pick 10 two-year-olds and compared our list with theirs I'm pretty sure you would be interested in more of Group Horse. 

Form update: 52 

Throne Hall (Kevin Ryan) 11/4 3RD

I forgot about this runner, so an update to the original post. This son of Kingman was well backed for his debut at Haydock over 7f on good to firm going. Andrea Atzeni gave this colt a positive ride and for a debutante, he showed few signs of inexperience. Throne Hall led at the furlong pole and looked to hold every chance but pegged back by a couple of fair juveniles finishing third, losing by just over one length, beating the fourth in good style. Will be winning this season.  

Looking forward to the next four.

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Skontonovski Heads to Windsor for Second Start

Richard Spencer hasn't had a vintage two-year-old season. Taking a look at our recent update, I see the Newmarket trainer has revealed 10 juveniles stabled at Sefton Lodge, in the ownership of Phil Cunningham, and the familiar racing silks of Rebel Racing. 

Skontonovski is in the ownership of Rebel Racing Premier II. This son of Harbour Watch is out of a Listed-winning mare, who predominantly, enjoyed sprint racing.  Skontonovski cost £50,000 at the yearling sales. 

By all accounts, from the vibes we have received about this colt, he is well worth that sum and potentially a lot more.  

This February foal has been detailed on our 10 Dark Horse Mailing and ran creditably on debut at Newmarket. It was a particularly hot race with Charlie Appleby's Lazuli, winning in grand style (another of our 10 Dark Horses). Skontonovski was well backed on debut but had little luck on his racecourse bow. A bump leaving the stalls saw him off the pace. Then trouble in running. Oisin Murphy was booked to ride. However, that race had to be put down to experience, as he finished in some style under a considerate ride in 5th position. There was a lot to like about that race and the effort of those who finished towards the lead. 

I have little doubt this is one of the Spencer better if not best two-year-olds in the stable. We detailed this fact before debut. However, keep reading, as we have a couple of other juveniles yet to make their debut for the yard which has a touch of class. 

Skontonoviski is entered to run at 6:00 Windsor (Monday, 19th August). I see there has been money for the horse, which opened with a few bookies at 6/1. 

As they say, there is no such thing as an easy race. 

Saeed bin Suroor's Lost In Time, ran a fine race last time out at Goodwood and looks a tough nut to crack. He travels well and from a low draw could well lead. 

Followers of Group Horse Daily will know that Written Broadcast is held in some regard by Richard Hannon, a relatively expensive yearling purchase at 150,000 euros. This son of Gutaifan was fancied to go well in the same race as Lost In Time at Goodwood. However, there was definitely something amiss that day and he finished down the field. Considering he was priced 5/2, it would be a brave soul to say he will not be a major threat if back to best. 

I know a few followers of the page will be betting each-way, so I hope Skontonovski hits the frame if not tasting victory. 

Good luck if you are betting in this race. 

Update: Skontonovski - non-runner

As mentioned earlier, Richard Spencer has a couple of debutantes which you need to write down. 

Cruyff - Richard Spencer

This son of Dutch Art cost £90,000 at the yearling sales and one of the best juveniles in the stable. 

Bill The Butcher - 

This chestnut colt is a son of Starspangledbanner out of a winning mare. He cost £64,000. 

Other horses worthy of note for Richard Spencer:

One Step Beyond was disappointing last time out and is better than seen.

Emaraty Hero cost £55,000 and held in some regard.

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8 Roger Varian 2yo Horses for 2019

If you like a little bit of research, you probably know the answer to this question. How many two-year-olds (2yos) has Roger Varian unleashed so far this season? 

Taking a look at our page, it reveals, at the time of writing 8 juveniles which have either won or waiting in line to journey the short distance from the paddock to the winner's enclosure. The Newmarket trainer is at the front of the queue when it comes to talented horses of all ages and the two-year-old division is worthy of closer inspection. 

 Carlburg Stables, Newmarket, Suffolk has always been the centre of excellence, going back to the days of Michael Jarvis, who mentored Varian. You can see a distinct similarity in how they train the two-year-olds. 

Please, make time to revisit the Group Horse 2019 page because Varian will be adding to his list of equine prospects.  

Let's take a quick look at the horses he has raced so far, the better if not best horses in the stable. 

The big guns:

Daahyeh

This classy daughter of Bated Breath has raced thrice at the time of writing and she hasn't really put a hoof wrong. This January foal made the most of her precocity winning at Newmarket on debut when priced 3/1 joint-favourite over 6f. Next start, saw a resplendent effort at Royal Ascot when taking the Albany Stakes (Group 3). Made 5/4f for the Duchess Of Cambridge Stakes (Group 2), connections must have been disappointed to lose against previous rival Raffle Prize when runner-up when beaten ''readily''. Varian has his eye on other big prices detailed by a list of impressive pattern entries including the Lowther Stakes (Group 2) & Moyglare Stakes (group 1).       

Pierre Lapin 

A debut winner at Haydock back in May. This son of Cappella Sansevero ran out an easy three-and-a-half length winner at odds of 1/1f. Race comment: Held up, jumped road after nearly 1f, ridden and headway over 1f out, led inside final furlong, ran on well, won going away, nice prospect (tchd 10/11). Connections have taken their time to make the second appearance, probably allowing this youngster to strengthen up. Make no mistake he is being earmarked for a number of quality races including the Gimcrack Stakes (Group 2), Champagne Stakes (Group 2), National Stakes (Group 1) & Mill Reef Stakes (Group 2). 

Sunday Sovereign 

(Group-class performer changed stables from Paddy Twomey.) Racing in the ownership of King Power Racing Co Ltd, he was sent to Carlburg Stables after disappointing favourite in the Norfolk Stakes (Group 2). Engagements including the Gimcrack Stakes (Group 2) & Mill Reef Stakes (Group 2) are on the cards.

Improvers:

Clan Royal 

Molatham 

Spreadsheet 

Most recent: 

I was quite impressed with Charming Spirit who made her debut on the 6th August 2019. This daughter of Invincible Spirit in the ownership of the Merry Fox Stud Limited. This bay filly is homebred out of an unraced mare. 

I suspect Charming Spirit needed the run on debut and we will see a much-improved performance second start.