Zachary Hickes

The recent form tells a story of inconsistency. Over his last five runs, Zachary Hickes finished second, then won, then ran fourth, sixth, and fourth again. It is the sort of pattern that suggests the horse has ability but needs things to fall into place—ground conditions, pace, or the right race type—to deliver. Wins once every five races is a modest record, but he is trained by Roger Varian at Newmarket, a yard that has sent out 87 winners already this season and knows how to get the best from its horses. Varian's experience and resources count for something as Zachary Hickes matures and finds his level. With racing again just a day ago, he remains in regular work and the team is clearly searching for the right opportunity to strike again.