Persian Land

Trained by David Evans at Pandy in Monmouthshire, Persian Land is part of a yard in excellent form — Evans has sent out 37 winners already this season, indicating a stable with the knowledge and resources to develop young talent. That win at Haydock came three months ago, so there is a gap to bridge between that success and consistent returns, but at just two years old, the horse has time to develop. The recent string of less impressive finishes might be nothing more than the normal rhythm of a young animal learning its trade, testing itself against different fields and distances. With active racing underway and a win already banked, Persian Land has the foundation to build on — whether it becomes a regular scorer or plateaus as a minor performer will become clear in the coming weeks.