Leicester Race 2 - British Ebf 'Confined' Expotile Novice Stakes (Div 1)
IWASJUSTSAYING (1) made a winning debut over 1400m at Doncaster overcoming a slow start before leading inside the final 200m and scoring by 2L. That accomplished introduction sets the standard. ASTABUEN (3) finished 3.75L third across 1400m at Newmarket on his first appearance when staying on strongly and missing second by a nose. Main danger with improvement likely. TALAMON (8) was third beaten 5.75L at Chepstow tackling 1400m after making modest late headway from the rear. Further progress would put him in contention. INKJET (5) debuts for William Haggas and is a Blue Point half-brother to Listed winner Forever In Dreams from the family of champion sprinter Marchand d'Or. Makes appeal.
Jockey: J Mitchell
Weight: 61kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, won won by 2 len at Doncaster on August 15 over 1400m defeating Noble Prince with 60.5kg at $4. Improvement to come and shapes as a leading chance again.
Last Starts 24 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 15/08/2026 | - | NOV 2 | $23,590.00 | Doncaster | 1408m | Good Firm | Jack Mitchell | 60.5kg | 1:28.23 | 4-3-1 | 2 |
| 2.0L | $4.00 |
Jockey: Daniel Muscutt
Weight: 58kgs
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By Blue Point out of Arabian Maiden on debut. Purchased for GNS 150,000 (Tattersalls 2025 October Yearling Sale Book 2). Looking to others.
Jockey: Joe Leavy
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by Soldier's Call out of Felix Gold. Watch for any market moves.
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by Blue Point out of Dora De Green. Profiles well and looks set for a strong run.
Jockey: George Downing
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by Sioux Nation out of Braided. Likely to be better for this outing.
Jockey: Rossa Ryan
Weight: 58kgs
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Lining up for just third start. At big odds at debut, 9th of 12 at Newbury on July 17 over 1400m, 10 len behind Fuel The Jet with 59kg at $34. Second-up 5th of 7 at Ffos Las on August 4 over 1500m, 6 len behind Perfect Nation carrying 59kg at $19. More improvement needed to be competitive.
Last Starts 35 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/7 | 04/08/2026 | 18 | NOV 2 | $23,590.00 | Ffos Las | 1508m | Good | Rossa Ryan | 59kg | 1:32.94 | - | 6 |
| 6.5L | $19.00 |
| 9/12 | 17/07/2026 | - | NOV 2 | $28,320.00 | Newbury | 1408m | Good Firm | Georgia Dobie | 59kg | 1:26.03 | 11-9-9 | 5 |
| 10.8L | $34.00 |
Jockey: Billy Loughnane
Weight: 58kgs
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At debut, 3rd in a small field at Chepstow on August 18 over 1400m, 6 len behind Avionics carrying 60.5kg at $12. Shows ability and expected to improve. Will derive great benefit from that outing and looks a great chance to break through.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3/5 | 18/08/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $23,590.00 | Chepstow | 1408m | Good Firm | Billy Loughnane | 60.5kg | 1:22.11 | 5-4-3 | 4 |
| 5.8L | $12.00 |
Jockey: James Doyle
Weight: 58kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 9 at Sandown Park on July 23 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Zero Error with 60.5kg at $3.30. Solid contender.
Last Starts 47 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/9 | 23/07/2026 | - | MDN 2 | $23,590.00 | Sandown Park Uk | 1408m | Good Firm | James Doyle | 60.5kg | 1:32.45 | 2-2-5 | 7 |
| 5.5L | $3.25 |
Jockey: Rob Hornby
Weight: 58kgs
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First-starter by Havana Grey out of Belvoir Diva. Tough to line up. Should kick off on the right note.