Mr Cameron Hillhouse(5)

The "(5)" next to his name is worth explaining for anyone new to racing: it means he claims a 5lb weight allowance, a small advantage given to less experienced jockeys to help them compete against seasoned professionals. Trainers will sometimes choose a claimer precisely because of that allowance, which is how riders like Hillhouse keep getting opportunities even during a difficult spell. Every top jockey in the country went through a phase like this — the rides are what matter, and he is still getting them.

Seven rides in a year is a modest total, which tells you he is working his way up gradually rather than being thrown in at the deep end. The first winner, when it comes, tends to arrive when the right horse and the right conditions click into place. He will be hoping that moment is not far off.