Itsalonglongroad

The horse's best work comes at the longer distances, particularly between a mile and six furlongs and two miles. Over those trips, it has won 4 of its 26 races, a respectable 15 percent win rate that stands well above its career average. Its most recent victory came at Tramore on August 17, 2025, now twelve months in the past. Since then, it has run six times without winning, finishing sixth twice and seventh once, suggesting the engine is still there but perhaps not firing quite as it once did. Still, three days ago it was running again—a clear sign the the yard believe there is enough left in the tank to justify the effort.

Shane O'Callaghan has been Itsalonglongroad's most frequent partner, winning 3 of 22 races together at 14 percent, which is a meaningful edge above the horse's baseline. That partnership might explain some of the consistency in recent placings; a rider who knows a horse's temperament and limitations can often squeeze out better results even when raw speed is declining. For a horse this old and this experienced, having a jockey who understands its characteristics is worth something. Itsalonglongroad may never win at the rate needed for the biggest races, but it has earned its place as a useful member of any stable—reliable, durable, and still willing to compete.