Electric Bass

At Class 6 level, where he has contested most of his races, Electric Bass has failed to win from eight attempts, though his habit of finishing in the money suggests he belongs in that grade. Jack Mitchell, who rides him most often, has partnered him six times without a victory either. Teal sees genuine encouragement in the recent form, particularly the narrow second at Southwell. There was also frustration in November when Electric Bass was demoted from first to second at Kempton—a decision that stung but underlined how tight these races have become. The trainer's view is clear: this horse has a win in him, and the consistency of his placings means it could come at any moment.