What makes that record particularly striking is that Hawaiian King has spent most of its time competing at Class 6, which is the lowest tier of British racing — the level where horses tend to have the best chance of picking up a win. Despite that, it has failed to win in five races at that level. For context, Class 6 is where trainers typically place horses they believe can be competitive; it is not a soft option, but it is where the door to a first win is most likely to open. That door has stayed firmly shut for now.
The horse is trained by Michael Madgwick, whose yard in Denmead, Hampshire, has sent out one winner so far this season. That is a modest return, and Hawaiian King's struggles reflect a stable that is still searching for momentum. Madgwick is a small-yard trainer, which means every winner matters and every horse needs to justify its place on the team sheet. Hawaiian King raced just one day ago, so it is clearly still being kept active and the search for that elusive first victory goes on. Whether a change of tactics, distance, or ground conditions might unlock something remains to be seen — but on the evidence so far, patience is the one thing this horse and its the yard are getting plenty of practice at.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingfield Park Sharp |
4 | 4 other | 13 Jul | 0% |
| Kempton Park Galloping |
3 | 3 other | 8 Jul | 0% |
| Wolverhampton Galloping |
2 | 1 third, 1 other | 2 Jan | 0% |
| Southwell Galloping |
2 | 2 other | 21 Nov | 0% |
| Bath Undulating |
1 | 1 other | 5 Apr | 0% |
| Windsor Sharp |
1 | 1 other | 7 May | 0% |