Little Miss Magic

Her last win, at Lingfield Park five weeks ago, came just over a year after her first success at Bath in August 2024—a gap that underlines how rare these moments of glory are for her. What's interesting is that both wins came outside the Class 6 races where she's raced most often; indeed, she has never won a Class 6 race in 15 attempts there, which suggests she performs better when stepped up slightly in standard. Her recent form shows she's active and still competitive: a win and a place in her last six runs indicates she's holding her own, though a couple of unplaced runs in that sequence remind you that consistency isn't her strong suit.

Isobelle Chalmers rides her regularly—they've been together for 12 races—but the pair haven't won together yet, which is something worth monitoring if they do form a stronger partnership. Trainer Patrick Chamings, based at Baughurst in Hampshire, has had a steady season with 9 winners so far, and Little Miss Magic sits somewhere in the middle of his yard's pecking order: not a star, but a reliable part of the team. She raced just yesterday, so she's clearly still actively campaigned. For a horse with her profile—genuine, game, but limited in her finishing power—staying sound and in regular work is half the battle.