Tortola

The most recent run came just yesterday, when Tortola finished fourth — a result that fits the pattern of recent form. Over the last six races, the horse has managed one second place but otherwise struggled to trouble the judge, with finishes spread across the field. Jockey Jimmy Dalton has been the regular rider, partnering Tortola in six races without a win between them, which suggests the connection has not quite found the answer yet. Trainer Alastair Ralph, based at Bridgnworth in Shropshire, has the horse in a yard that has sent out twenty-five winners this season, so there is proven capability in the stable to get horses across the line — Tortola simply hasn't been the one to do it so far. With the horse still racing regularly and actively campaigned, there remains time for that breakthrough moment, even if it has proven frustratingly out of reach for now.