Prospect House

The broader career numbers — 4 wins and 17 places from 31 races — tell the story of a horse that earns its keep without ever threatening the top level. Prospect House competes mainly at Class 5, which is the bread-and-butter tier of British racing, and has won 4 of its 19 races at that level, a win rate of around 21 percent. That is a solid record at the level it targets, even if a step up in class has not been on the agenda. At eight years old, this is a horse that knows its job and its place in the order of things.

The partnership with jockey William Maggs stands out. In 16 races together, Maggs has steered Prospect House to all four of its career wins — a win rate of 25 percent, or one in every four rides. That is a striking number, especially compared to the horse's overall record with other riders. When those two team up, something clearly clicks.

Trained by Peter Niven at his yard in Barton-le-Street in North Yorkshire — a stable that has sent out 12 winners already this season — Prospect House last won at Catterick Bridge in December 2025, which is now seven months ago. Recent form reads 3-3-4-1-3-2, suggesting the horse is knocking on the door without quite getting its nose back in front. It raced just one day ago, so this is an active, busy campaign. Whether another Market Rasen entry is in the pipeline is the question worth asking.