The recent form figures — 6-5-2-3-4-3 — are worth a closer look. That sequence shows a horse that has been frustratingly consistent without being brilliant: placing twice in its last three races, but also finishing fifth and sixth at other points, so there are question marks about whether it performs on its best days or simply fills a spot. Placings are encouraging, but at some stage a horse needs to convert that into a win.
Alkumatic Jo Jo is trained by Ivan Furtado, who operates out of Wiseton in South Yorkshire and has sent out 34 winners already this season — a solid, productive yard that clearly knows how to get horses ready to run well. That context matters. When a trainer is firing at that kind of volume, you'd expect them to find the right opportunity for a horse that clearly has some ability. The question is whether Alkumatic Jo Jo has the finishing kick to make it count when the moment comes.
Having raced as recently as yesterday, this is a horse very much in the thick of its season. At three years old, there is still time and room to develop, and horses this age can improve markedly as they fill out physically and learn their job. Three places from six races is not a bad foundation — it just needs a race where everything clicks at the right moment.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempton Park Galloping |
2 | 1 third, 1 other | 19 Aug | 0% |
| Bath Undulating |
1 | 1 third | 30 Oct | 0% |
| Newcastle Galloping |
1 | 1 second | 17 Nov | 0% |
| Doncaster Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 24 Apr | 0% |
| Musselburgh Sharp |
1 | 1 other | 12 Apr | 0% |