Thenandnow

What makes Thenandnow interesting is the improvement Mrs Harrington has observed. The trainer notes that as a 2-year-old the filly simply didn't get things together after her debut, but strength has come with time. When Thenandnow won at The Curragh, she proved she could handle testing conditions and showed real speed when asked — though the trainer revealed she looked somewhat surprised to find herself out in front. Jockey Shane Foley, who has ridden her five times (winning once), has suggested she would benefit from a stronger pace around her, a clue that she prefers to hunt down rivals rather than set the agenda herself. Since that April victory, she has not won again, picking up three places from her last six races, though her most recent outing was just a day ago. Mrs Harrington was considering a step up in class at The Polonia Stakes at Cork as a next target, suggesting confidence in her improving profile. With a yard sending out 53 winners this season, Thenandnow has every chance to add to that tally.