What makes Dreamings Free worth watching, in a curious sort of way, is that the recent form isn't completely hopeless. A second-place finish and a third in its last six races suggests this horse is at least getting close occasionally — it just hasn't been able to turn those near-misses into anything more. That second place, in particular, will feel painfully close for everyone involved. The most recent run came just yesterday, so this is a horse very much in the thick of its season.
Regular jockey Mr P J O'Neill has partnered Dreamings Free nine times without a win between them — which is a long run of frustration for any partnership. It's worth saying that this isn't necessarily a reflection on the rider; some horses simply find a way to lose. The yard itself has managed one winner this season, so resources are modest and expectations are managed accordingly. Dreamings Free typically competes at Class 4 level — the fourth tier of British racing, comfortably mid-table in the grand scheme — and has failed to win in five races at that level.
None of this means Dreamings Free is without value as a racing story. Horses that keep competing, keep placing occasionally, and keep turning up tell you something about the persistence of the people around them. A first win, when it eventually comes, will feel well earned.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hexham Undulating |
3 | 1 second, 1 third, 1 other | 10 May | 0% |
| Limerick Galloping |
3 | 3 other | 19 Oct | 0% |
| Punchestown Galloping |
3 | 3 other | 9 Jun | 0% |
| Newcastle Galloping |
2 | 2 other | 14 Nov | 0% |
| Kilbeggan Tight |
2 | 2 other | 12 Jul | 0% |
| Cork Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 5 Jul | 0% |
| Market Rasen Sharp |
1 | 1 other | 26 Mar | 0% |
| Ayr Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 2 Jan | 0% |
| Perth Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 2 Jul | 0% |
| Musselburgh Sharp |
1 | 1 other | 22 Dec | 0% |
| Gowran Park Undulating |
1 | 1 other | 17 Feb | 0% |