The recent form makes for tough reading. Over the last six races, the best Ivybrook has managed is fifth, with finishes of 13th, 10th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 9th telling a story of a horse that is competitive enough to complete the course but not quite able to threaten at the sharp end. That solitary placed finish remains the one bright spot on an otherwise blank record.
Ivybrook is trained by Dermot A McLoughlin, based at a yard in Bodeen, Ratoath, County Meath. The trainer has sent out 10 winners so far this season, which shows the operation is capable of producing results — making Ivybrook something of an outlier in the string. The horse raced just one day ago, so it is very much active and still being campaigned, which suggests the team has not given up on finding the right opportunity.
Whether that opportunity comes is the question. At eight, with no wins from nine attempts, Ivybrook would need a significant upturn in form to change its story. For now, it remains one of racing's journeymen — honest, consistent in showing up, but still waiting for its moment.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Down Royal Galloping |
4 | 1 second, 3 other | 5 May | 0% |
| Naas Galloping |
2 | 2 other | 23 Feb | 0% |
| Downpatrick Undulating |
1 | 1 other | 14 Jul | 0% |
| Leopardstown Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 28 Dec | 0% |
| Fairyhouse Galloping |
1 | 1 other | 30 Nov | 0% |