That kind of near-miss record is actually more intriguing than it might first appear. Plenty of horses run without troubling the judge at all; Litaque has been competitive in every single start. The question is simply whether it can find that extra gear to get its nose in front.
The horse runs out of Mickey Bowen's yard in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, and the stable is in fine form — 52 winners already this season, which is a strong return for any operation. Having a trainer in that kind of rhythm matters, because horses in form yards tend to be well-prepared and well-placed. With Litaque having raced as recently as yesterday, it is clearly fit and active, and Bowen's team will be looking to turn those two near-misses into a first win before long.
| Course | Races | Results | Last run | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester Galloping |
1 | 1 third | 6 Jun | 0% |
| Market Rasen Sharp |
1 | 1 second | 5 Jul | 0% |