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Windsor 17:50

Race 2 Juddmonte EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes (6f 12y)

19th May 25

Horse
Jack The Tooth
Jockey
Callum Shepherd
Trainer
George Scott
First up we have Jack The Tooth, a 2-year-old gelding making his debut at Windsor in the Juddmonte EBF Restricted Maiden Stakes over 6f 12y, with the ground reported as good to firm. Trained by George Scott and piloted by Callum Shepherd, Jack doesn't bring any racing form to the table, meaning he's a blank slate, which could be either an opportunity or a caution for punters. At a live price of 13, he offers a bit of a tempting flutter for those who like a longshot. With the trainer showing a solid albeit modest form with 7 wins from 39 starts in the last 30 days, there might just be a small whisper of potential here. Right on his hooves in the pre-race model is the favorite of our prediction model, Rising Empire, clad by none other than Oisin Murphy and trained by A M Balding. This colt is also running for the first time, priced short at 1.91, a nod to the strong expectation set by his connections. With Murphy's recent form showing a 21% strike rate from 53 starts and Balding's more extensive experience and success, especially considered in terms over the past 180 days with 60 wins from 375, Rising Empire is leaning heavily on pedigree and human talent to make quite an entrance. Not far behind is Dapper Charm at 6.00, another debutant colt, joining the fray under Hollie Doyle's guidance for trainer A Watson. With 11 wins from Watson's last 56 in the past 30 days and Doyle bringing home 5 wins from 45 rides in two weeks, there's competence in the camp. Yet, the lack of data on Dapper Charm's own performances makes him a bit of a wildcard in this field. With eyes also on Eyes Front, the outsider with a whopping live price of 51, it's a race that might either confirm the predictors' faith in the leading contenders or celebrate an underdog. No matter your pick, it's sure to be an exciting sprint. So, pop on your flat caps, and may your bets be as firm as the ground at Windsor tonight! And remember, always bet responsibly!
Article prices indicative and correct at 2:13 am on 19th May 2025

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Course SR 17.10% (from last 497 races)

Course & Distance SR 14.29% (from last 147 races)

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