Zuffolo

The most striking fact about Zuffolo is what happens when the ground dries out. On fast, dry ground, this horse wins 2 from 9 races — a 22% win rate, or nearly 1 in every 4. Compare that to a career average of 1 in 7, and you start to understand why the trainer's team will be watching the weather forecast closely. Conditions matter enormously in horse racing, and Zuffolo is a clear example of a horse that comes alive in the right circumstances.

Most of Zuffolo's racing life has been spent at Class 5 level — the bread-and-butter end of the sport, where fields are competitive and winning is never a given. Three wins from 23 races at that level, or roughly 1 in every 8, tells you this is a horse that is genuinely competitive without being dominant. The last win came at Newcastle in September 2025, and while six races without a victory since then sounds like a lean spell, the recent form includes a second place and a third place, suggesting the spark is not entirely gone.

The one puzzle worth noting is the partnership with jockey Connor Beasley. He has ridden Zuffolo 12 times without a win between them — 0 from 12 is the kind of record that would make even the most loyal racing fan wonder whether a change of rider might unlock something. It does not mean the combination cannot work, but it is a number that stands out. Zuffolo raced just yesterday and remains an active, competitive horse — so if the sun comes out and the ground firms up, the yard will fancy their chances.