Zoffman

The most interesting number in this profile is actually the distance record. Over a mile and three to a mile and four furlongs — that middle-distance sweet spot — Zoffman has won 1 from 5, which works out at 20%, or roughly 1 in every 5 races. That is a meaningfully better conversion rate than its overall career average, and it suggests that when conditions suit the horse, there is a proper performance in there. The trainer knows this horse well enough by now, and Meade's yard has been in strong form this season, sending out 42 winners — so when they point Zoffman at the right race, it is worth paying attention.

The partnership with Colin Keane, Ireland's premier jockey, reads oddly on paper — zero wins from 11 rides together. That is not necessarily a reflection on the horse or the rider so much as a reminder that talent in the saddle cannot conjure a win when the race does not set up right. Still, 11 races without a breakthrough is a notable blank for such a capable pairing.

Recent form has been tough. A win at Naas in April 2025 apart, the last six races have produced nothing of note — finishing positions of 6th, 13th, 7th, and 17th suggest a horse that has been finding life difficult lately. The first career win came at The Curragh back in September 2022, which is nearly three years ago now. Zoffman raced just yesterday, so it remains very much an active player, and with the right trip and a bit of luck in running, another day in the sun is not out of the question.