Glittering Gem

That lack of a breakthrough is particularly notable given the quality of the yard behind Glittering Gem. Trainer D K Weld runs one of Ireland's most formidable operations from Curragh, Co Kildare, and has already sent out 21 winners this season. Weld's reputation suggests the horse is being trained by someone who knows how to get the best out of their charges, which makes the inability to win even more intriguing. The top-3 finishes indicate the horse belongs in competitive company, yet something — whether it's a gap in class, bad luck, or simply that extra bit of sharpness on the day — keeps Glittering Gem just short. At four years old and still active, there remains time to end that drought, but the window for a turnaround is narrowing.