Zenato

The horse also has a strong preference for normal racing conditions. On standard ground, Zenato has won 3 of 9 races — a 33 percent win rate that towers above its overall figures. Trainer Fergal O'Brien's yard at Withington in Gloucestershire has clearly identified that these are the sweet spots. Put Zenato down at a long-distance race on normal ground, and it becomes genuinely competitive. That said, the horse struggles to maintain consistency. Its most recent form reads: 9th, 1st, 1st, 5th, 2nd — which shows flashes of promise punctuated by flat days. Last won at Sedgefield in November 2024, which means a year has passed since that victory. Jonathan Burke, its most regular jockey, has ridden Zenato in 6 races for 1 win, suggesting there may be an opening for a different partnership to unlock something better. At five years old and with Fergal O'Brien's experienced yard behind it, Zenato is a horse that rewards those who understand its preferences.