Windsor Race 3 - Follow Matchbook On X Novice Stakes (Gbb Race)
The Roger Varian-trained WOOTZ (1) couldn't have been much more impressive when making a winning debut by 6L at Ffos Las last month. Barely came out of second gear to score there and could well prove capable of defying the penalty. Fellow penalised contender SONG OF THE CLOUDS (2) looks the obvious danger having gotten off the mark second time out tackling 1600m at Redcar in May. This William Haggas trained filly looks a nice prospect and must be considered. Night Of Thunder newcomer JOURNALISM (3) cannot be ignored racing for top connections. REGATTA (7) might show more for a recent gelding operation though will need to.
Jockey: Ray Dawson
Weight: 62kgs
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Was well-supported at debut, won favourite; won by 6 len at Ffos Las on August 4 over 1600m defeating Mountain Of Light carrying 60.5kg at $1.90. Shows talent and looks a top chance again.
Last Starts 41 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 04/08/2026 | - | MDN 3U | $18,150.00 | Ffos Las | 1609m | Good | Ray Dawson | 60.5kg | 1:44.15 | 4-4-4-3-3-3-1-1 | 8 |
| 6.5L | $1.91 |
Jockey: Tom Marquand
Weight: 60kgs
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Resuming. Finished off last campaign winning to post a big 3.5 len win. Redcar May 7 over 1600m defeating Fozzie carrying 56kg at $1.50. On debut second of 11 at Newbury April 17 over 1400m, 2 len behind Synchronicity with 58kg at $2.90. Well placed to pick up where she left off.
Last Starts 130 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/10 | 07/05/2026 | 20 | NOV 3U | $18,150.00 | Redcar | 1609m | Good | Cieren Fallon | 56kg | 1:35.33 | 6-6-6-6-6-5-1-1 | 5 |
| 3.3L | $1.50 |
| 2/11 | 17/04/2026 | - | MDN F 3 | $21,780.00 | Newbury | 1408m | Good | Tom Marquand | 58kg | 1:27.08 | 7-6-6-6-5-5-2 | 4 |
| 2.0L | $2.88 |
Jockey: James Doyle
Weight: 59kgs
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First-starter by Night Of Thunder out of Posted. Tough to line up. Profiles nicely and is worth keeping safe.
Jockey: Paddy Bradley
Weight: 59kgs
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Resumes from a spell after only one run when ran second last of 11 at this track on June 8 over 1600m, 27 len behind Bayaann carrying 59kg at $29. This looks too tough.
Last Starts 98 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11 | 08/06/2026 | - | NOV 3U | $18,150.00 | Windsor | 1609m | Good Soft | Kieren Fox | 59kg | 1:47.39 | 9-8-10 | 1 |
| 27.0L | $29.00 |
Jockey: Rob Hornby
Weight: 59kgs
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Jumped at long odds at debut, 11th of 13 at Kempton Park All Weather on August 5 over 1600m, 25 len behind Najidi Storm with 59kg at $41. Others look better prospects.
Last Starts 40 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13 | 05/08/2026 | - | NOV 3U | $18,150.00 | Kempton Park | 1609m | NS | Callum Rodriguez | 59kg | 1:39.49 | 11-9-11 | 1 |
| 25.8L | $41.00 |
Jockey: Joe Leavy
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Resumes racing after a long spell. Only one run when ran second last of 12 at Southwell All Weather on September 4 2025 over 1200m, 17 len behind Inside Story with 56kg at $81. Maybe later.
Last Starts 375 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 | 04/09/2025 | - | MDN F 2 | $12,340.00 | Southwell | 1207m | Neutral | Alex Jary | 56kg | 1:16.25 | 10-9-11 | 8 |
| 17.5L | $81.00 |
Jockey: J Mitchell
Weight: 56.5kgs
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Resuming today after a break of six months. Finished off last preparation sixth of 10 at Wolverhampton March 23 over 1700m, 13 len behind Estissa with 56kg at $12. Previously first up; fifth of 9 at Wolverhampton February 23 over 1700m, 9 len behind Pendella with 55kg at $17. Looks well placed this line-up so don't underestimate.
Last Starts 175 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6/10 | 23/03/2026 | 28 | NOV F 3U | $18,150.00 | Wolverhampton | 1709m | Neutral | Jonny Peate | 56kg | 1:50.88 | 10-9-9-9-9-9-9-7 | 5 |
| 13.8L | $12.00 |
| 5/9 | 23/02/2026 | 202 | MDN F 3U | $18,150.00 | Wolverhampton | 1709m | Neutral | Jonny Peate | 55kg | 1:49.00 | 8-6-5 | 6 |
| 9.0L | $17.00 |
| 7/10 | 05/08/2025 | - | MDN F 2 | $21,780.00 | Newbury | 1408m | Good Firm | Daniel Muscutt | 58kg | 1:26.74 | 7-3-7 | 8 |
| 10.3L | $26.00 |