Nicator

Trained by Kevin Philippart De Foy out of Newmarket, Nicator operates mainly at Class 5 level, the entry-level tier of British racing, and has drawn a blank in all three attempts there. That said, the yard itself is clearly in fine form this season, having sent out 41 winners — so if a breakthrough is coming, Nicator is at least in capable hands.

The most recent form reads 4-2-2-6, meaning the horse has run second twice in its last three outings before a below-par sixth last time out. That dip is worth noting, especially as Nicator raced just one day ago, so the legs are barely cool. Whether that run represents a blip or a warning sign is the question every racing fan would be asking right now. Two places without a win at this level isn't alarming, but the clock is ticking — at four years old, the window to start converting promise into results is firmly open.