2:13 Thirsk
This Class 6 AJA Novice Flat Amateur Jockeys' Handicap at Thirsk over just short of a mile on good ground features an 11-runner field where the KTB numbers highlight a modest bunch overall. Sandret tops the Fit rankings on 63 while the remainder sit between 50 and 34, underlining the exposed and largely limited profile of the runners. With a lone-leader pace shape rated high-confidence, the race is set up for an uncontested front-runner to dictate terms over a trip where several have tried and failed to win before.
How the race shapes up
The pace shape points to one clear front-runner with little to pressure it, suggesting an uncontested lead that can prove difficult for closers to reel in. Hatamoto is the obvious candidate to take that role given his front-running style and high-confidence tag, while the vast majority of the field prefer to be held up. This sets a clear question for the race: can anything quicken effectively off what could be a steady gallop, or will the leader have too much in hand in the straight.
The KTB Fit ranking
- 1Sandret KTB Selection63/100Modest performer who won on his only previous visit to Thirsk.
- 2Suzette50/100Limited performer who has shown little spark in five starts this year and was well held on her only previous visit to Thirsk.
- 3Hatamoto50/100Modest performer who has shown better form on this track, winning one of two starts here.
- 4Deep Sleep50/100Modest performer who has shown little spark in three runs at this track and remains winless after seven starts.
- 5Tees George46/100Limited performer who has shown his best at this trip without managing a win.
- 6Tropez Power45/100Limited performer who has been on the go a long time and rarely threatens these days.
- 7Jungle Knight44/100Modest performer who has shown just a bit of spark this season with a win and a subsequent fourth.
- 8Calaxy39/100Limited performer who has shown very little in ten starts and arrives here on the back of two poor efforts this season.
- 9Misemerald38/100Limited performer who has been in and out of form this year but has shown enough to be competitive at this level.
- 10Harswell River37/100Limited horse who has been knocking on the door without winning lately and has a placed effort over this course.
- 11Dandy's Angel34/100Limited performer who has been out of the frame in four of his last five starts and drops back from 1m2f to a trip where he has twice failed to make an impact.
The contenders
Sandret KTB Fit 63/100
Sandret is a modest performer who won on his only previous visit to Thirsk. He has three wins from 15 runs on good ground and has scored three times at today's trip, though he is dropping back from 1m2f today. Trainer Sam England has a solid 17% strike rate from 29 runs at the track with an A/E of 1.36. Usually held up and producing his effort late, he should be well placed to launch a challenge if the uncontested lead sets up a stiff enough test. His recent form of 21-688 shows ability remains, and with the KTB Fit score of 63 he stands out in a modest field.
Suzette KTB Fit 50/100
Suzette is a limited performer who has shown little spark in five starts this year and was well held on her only previous visit to Thirsk. She has failed to place in four runs on good ground and remains winless in five attempts at this trip. The yard’s modest 10% strike rate at the track with an A/E of 0.96 adds no encouragement. Usually held up and producing her effort late, she will need to find considerable improvement from her recent form of 6537-0 to play a part here. The KTB Fit score of 50 reflects her modest claims in this company.
Hatamoto KTB Fit 50/100
Hatamoto is a modest performer who has shown better form on this track, winning one of two starts here. Recent form of 721162 includes two wins but he has been hit and miss overall, and he is only placed once from four starts on good ground without a victory. The yard's modest 8% strike rate at Thirsk with an A/E of 0.76 adds a note of caution, though the trainer and jockey combination shows a 3/15 record with an A/E of 1.62. Tending to make the running or race on the pace, he is set to enjoy the uncontested lead according to the pace shape. Dropping in class, the KTB Fit score of 50 leaves him with place claims at best.
Deep Sleep KTB Fit 50/100
Deep Sleep is a modest performer who has shown little spark in three runs at this track and remains winless after seven starts. First-time headgear is now reached for after a string of ordinary efforts at this trip. Trainer James Owen has a solid 17% strike-rate here from 12 runs with an A/E of 0.85, while the trainer and jockey combination is 2/6. Usually held up and producing his effort late, he will be looking to come from off the pace in a race where the leader may not come back. His recent form of 4-0447 offers little encouragement and the KTB Fit score of 50 reflects limited prospects.
Tees George KTB Fit 46/100
Tees George is a limited performer who has shown his best at this trip without managing a win. He has run well enough here once before and handles good ground, with one win from six on the surface and three placed efforts. The trainer and jockey combination is 0/5, and the yard has a modest 6% strike rate at Thirsk with an A/E of 0.59. Typically settling in midfield, he should be well positioned in a race with a clear leader up front. Recent form of 843424 is consistent enough for this level yet his overall record suggests he struggles to get his head in front, as reflected by the KTB Fit score of 46.
The rest of the field
Tropez PowerKTB Fit 45/100
Tropez Power is a limited performer who has been on the go a long time and rarely threatens these days. Has shown a bit of spark at this trip in the past but recent form is poor and the course record is modest. Trainer's modest strike-rate at Thirsk adds little encouragement.
Jungle KnightKTB Fit 44/100
Jungle Knight is a modest performer who has shown just a bit of spark this season with a win and a subsequent fourth. He has already tried today's trip without success and steps back up in distance having been well held over it last time. Trainer is 0-5 at Thirsk while the horse himself could only manage seventh on his one run here.
CalaxyKTB Fit 39/100
Calaxy is a limited performer who has shown very little in ten starts and arrives here on the back of two poor efforts this season. He has failed to place in four runs at today's trip and his only attempt on good ground also yielded no reward. The yard's modest 3% strike rate at Thirsk adds to the negatives.
MisemeraldKTB Fit 38/100
Misemerald is a limited performer who has been in and out of form this year but has shown enough to be competitive at this level. Has run three times at Thirsk without placing and the trainer's modest 6% strike-rate here adds little confidence from the yard. Goes well enough on good ground and has won at today's trip.
Harswell RiverKTB Fit 37/100
Harswell River is a limited horse who has been knocking on the door without winning lately and has a placed effort over this course. Drops back to a trip he has won at before while his record on good ground shows he can be competitive. Trainer's modest 5% strike rate at Thirsk is a negative.
Dandy's AngelKTB Fit 34/100
Dandy's Angel is a limited performer who has been out of the frame in four of his last five starts and drops back from 1m2f to a trip where he has twice failed to make an impact. He has shown some ability on good ground with four placed efforts from 17 starts but remains winless after a lengthy career. The yard has a modest 3% strike rate at Thirsk from a large sample.
KTB verdict
Sandret stands out as the KTB Selection in a race where the numbers point to a modest field with few strong claims. His win on his only previous visit to Thirsk, record of three wins from 15 on good ground and three victories at today's trip give him a clear edge, especially with Sam England's solid record at the track. Usually held up, he can bide his time behind the likely uncontested leader and strike late. His main dangers are likely to come from Hatamoto if the front-running tactics pay off, and possibly Tees George or Misemerald if they can find their best form on the day.
KTB Selection Sandret
Morning odds
Best available price per runner, captured 00:10 UTC, 28 Aug. These are a morning snapshot and will have moved — see the live racecard for current prices.
| Runner | Morning price | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Sandret | 14/1 | Bet Victor |
| Suzette | 28/1 | Bet365 |
| Hatamoto | 10/3 | Bet365 |
| Deep Sleep | 4/1 | Bet365 |
| Tees George | 11/2 | Bet365 |
| Tropez Power | 14/1 | Bet365 |
| Jungle Knight | 6/1 | Bet365 |
| Calaxy | 33/1 | Bet Victor |
| Misemerald | 11/2 | William Hill |
| Harswell River | 11/1 | Bet Victor |
| Dandy's Angel | 25/1 | Bet Victor |
This is the narrative read of the 2:13 Thirsk. For the live card — runner-by-runner stats, the full Fit Score breakdown and current odds — see the Thirsk racecard. New here? How KTB works explains the Fit Score and why we publish both.
Questions about this race
Which horse is likely to take the uncontested lead?
Hatamoto, who tends to make the running or race on the pace with high confidence.
How many wins has Sandret recorded at today's trip?
Three.
What is the trainer's strike rate at Thirsk for the yard of the selection?
17% from 29 runs with an A/E of 1.36.
Which runner is fitted with first-time headgear?
Deep Sleep.
How many wins has Hatamoto recorded at this course?
One from two starts.
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