The recent record tells a clearer story than the overall numbers. In the last six races, Hove Ranger has finished first, first, third, fifth, then a gap, then second. So two wins, two places, and one disappointing fifth—the kind of form sheet that shows genuine racing ability mixed with occasional off days. Having raced as recently as yesterday means the horse is active and in regular competition, which is exactly where a three-year-old should be at this point in the season.
Hove Ranger is trained by Gary and Josh Moore at their yard in Lower Beeding, West Sussex. The Moore operation has been prolific this season, sending out 99 winners, so the horse is part of a powerful team with a track record of getting winners to the track. The first career win came at Lingfield Park back in August, and the most recent at Kempton this week—two different tracks, which hints that Hove Ranger is neither a one-trick pony nor a specialized course horse. For a three-year-old still building experience, that flexibility is valuable.
| Course | Races | Results | Last run | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingfield Park Sharp |
3 | 1 win, 1 second, 1 other | 17 Aug | 33.3% |
| Kempton Park Galloping |
3 | 1 win, 2 other | 30 Sep | 33.3% |
| Newbury Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 24 Oct | 0% |
| Goodwood Undulating |
1 | 1 other | 12 Jun | 0% |
| Brighton Undulating |
1 | 1 third | 30 Jun | 0% |