Awraad

That single win came at Pontefract in April 2025, and the way Tutty described it afterwards told you plenty about the horse's character. Small in frame but fierce in spirit, Awraad got a fortunate break when the favourite missed the start, but she did not simply coast home — she fought. "I thought she might get mown down," Tutty admitted, "but she was really gutsy." A horse that sticks its neck out when it matters is worth following.

What makes Awraad's profile more interesting than a single win suggests is her background. As a two-year-old she finished second in a Listed race at Ripon — that is one of the better races in the calendar, a step below the very top tier, and getting placed there at that age is a genuine mark of quality. It means she carries a rating high enough to face serious competition, which partly explains why the wins have not come more freely. She is not scraping around at the bottom of the ladder; she is competing at a level where the opposition is real.

Her recent form reads 8-13-6-6-2-5 — a scattered set of results that shows flashes without the breakthrough, and she has not won in her last six races. But Tutty sounds patient rather than concerned, confident that Awraad will find her level again once conditions suit. The trainer's main condition is ground that does not get too wet or muddy — Awraad prefers it quicker underfoot.

Connor Beasley rides her most often and has won 1 of their 5 races together — that is roughly 1 in every 5, or about 20%, which is a decent return for a horse still finding consistency. Tutty's yard has sent out 20 winners this season, so there is form behind the operation. Awraad raced just yesterday, which tells you the team is keeping her busy and looking for the right opportunity. When it arrives, she has shown she can grab it.