The recent form shows the challenge clearly. In its last six races, Duraji has been fourth, fourth, third (at 15-1 odds), fourth, placed, and sixth—a run that suggests it's operating at the right grade but hasn't quite found the winning formula again. In Class 2 races, which are among the top tier of competition in Britain, the horse has managed nothing in three attempts, which hints that Duraji may find life easier in slightly lower company.
Richard Hughes trains the horse at Upper Lambourn in Berkshire, a yard that has been in fine form this season with 60 winners to its name. Chris Hayes is the jockey most often in the saddle, having ridden Duraji five times with one win—a 20% win rate that slightly outperforms the horse's overall record. That win back in 2024 shows Duraji has the ability to get the job done, but consistency remains the sticking point. The horse is currently active and raced just yesterday, so the yard are still campaigning it in search of a return to the winner's enclosure.
| Course | Races | Results | Last run | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leopardstown Galloping |
2 | 1 win, 1 other | 16 May | 50% |
| Chester Tight |
2 | 1 third, 1 other | 22 Aug | 0% |
| Ascot Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 16 Jun | 0% |
| Doncaster Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 12 Sep | 0% |
| Goodwood Undulating |
1 | 1 other | 2 Aug | 0% |
| The Curragh Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 2 Nov | 0% |
| Lingfield Park Sharp |
1 | 1 other | 27 Feb | 0% |
| Down Royal Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 30 May | 0% |
| Gowran Park Undulating |
1 | 1 second | 3 Jun | 0% |
| Newbury Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 18 Jul | 0% |