Stoneacre Joe

His best efforts have come recently: two third-place finishes in his last six starts, most notably three races back. Before that, he managed a fourth and a fifth, suggesting he is capable of competitive performances at this level, even if victory remains elusive. With a win rate of zero wins from 11 races, Stoneacre Joe is the kind of horse that keeps trying without yet delivering. Trainer Tim Easterby, whose Great Habton yard in North Yorkshire has sent out 128 winners already this season, clearly believes there is something to work with here — staying active is a sign the team hasn't given up on the horse finding his way. Whether Stoneacre Joe will break through soon, or remains one of racing's perpetual almost-horses, the next few races will tell.