That first and only win came at Hamilton Park on 17 July 2026, just one day ago, so this is a horse that arrives in the spotlight fresh off the back of a victory. Winning first time out is no small thing — plenty of young horses take several attempts before finding their feet, so a debut winner tends to attract attention quickly.
Nicely is trained by Kevin Philippart De Foy, who operates out of Newmarket in Suffolk. The yard has been in excellent form this season, sending out 40 winners — a number that speaks to a team with both quality horses and the ability to have them ready to perform. A young horse in the hands of a trainer operating at that kind of level is usually in good company.
With only 2 races to go on, it is early days for Nicely, but a debut win followed by a runner-up finish suggests a horse that already knows its job. The next few races will tell us a great deal more.
| Course | Races | Results | Last visited | Win rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Park Sharp |
1 | 1 win | 17 Jul | 100% |
| Nottingham Galloping |
1 | 1 second | 2 Jul | 0% |