Miss Kingston

Her recent form, however, tells a more encouraging story. In her last six races she has finished second, third, fourth, sixth, seventh, and second again — a run that includes two placings and suggests she is at least competitive in the races she is entered for, even if victory remains elusive. That second place came just yesterday, which means she is actively racing and her trainer, Alastair Ralph, continues to find opportunities for her at Bridgnorth in Shropshire. Ralph's yard has already sent out 25 winners this season, so the infrastructure is there to support horses on an upward curve. Miss Kingston may not be a star in the making, but she is a genuine racehorse with the form to place regularly — and the five-month gap since her last win suggests her the yard believe another victory is within reach.