Howzak

The horse has a clear stronghold at Lingfield Park, where it has won 2 of its 5 races — a 40 per cent win rate at a single course is the kind of statistic that makes a trainer sit up and think about entries. Its most recent victory came at Newcastle on 4 February 2026, six months ago, which suggests Howzak may be finding life harder in the saddle these days. That said, its last outing just a day ago means it is still actively racing and still being given opportunities. Recent form has been patchy — a first-place finish before that followed by three mid-field runs and then a run outside the placings — the sort of mixed results you get from a horse in its later years, neither finished nor flying.

Jockey Billy Garritty has ridden Howzak 10 times, winning twice, a 20 per cent return that sits right in line with the horse's overall record. It is the kind of partnership that works without ever quite catching fire. At eight years old, Howzak belongs to that band of seasoned competitors that give honest effort week in and week out, profitable enough to keep running but not sharp enough to threaten the better horses. It remains a useful servant for the Middleham yard — which has sent out 17 winners already this season — and a dependable entry for punters who understand the value of consistency over flash.