King Of Yorkshire

What makes this particularly worth noting is the level at which King Of Yorkshire has been running. Class 5 is towards the lower end of the racing ladder — these are not prestigious events, and the competition is relatively modest. The horse has run in three races at that level and has yet to win any of them. That is not a disaster at three years old, when horses are still developing, but it does mean there is real work to do before the name starts to feel earned.

Trainer Jedd O'Keeffe is based in Coverham, North Yorkshire, and has had a productive season — 20 winners from his yard so far, which shows he clearly knows how to get horses ready to perform. The fact that King Of Yorkshire has raced as recently as yesterday means the team is persevering and actively looking for a breakthrough. O'Keeffe's broader record suggests he is capable of finding the right opportunity for a horse when the time comes. Whether King Of Yorkshire can reward that patience remains the open question.