What we do know is that the breeding is interesting. 00may Punch is by Showcasing, a sire with a strong record of producing sharp, fast youngsters who often hit the ground running as two-year-olds. The mother's side brings in Mayson, another speed influence, so on paper at least this is a horse built to be quick and precocious rather than one who will need time to mature. That combination suggests the team have every reason to think 00may Punch could be competitive from day one rather than simply running for experience.
The trainer is Mark Loughnane, who operates out of Rock Farm in Worcestershire. The yard has sent out 25 winners already this season, which tells you this is not a small operation making up the numbers — Loughnane has established himself as someone who knows how to get horses ready to perform. When a trainer with that kind of season behind them puts a debutant on the track, it is usually worth paying attention.