British Stallion Studs EBF Novice Stakes
York ยท 13:45 (UK local)
Wednesday, 13 May 2026
5f
Distance
Turf
Surface
TBC
Going
9
Runners
Prize: ยฃ40,000 added
AI Top 3 Picks
Ballistic Missile (IRE)
J: Shane Foley ยท T: R Hannon
Ballistic Missile stands out with proven Class 2 form, including a win over this exact course and distance. This experience and demonstrated ability at the track give him a significant edge in this juโฆ
Shadow Army
J: D Tudhope ยท T: R A Fahey
A debut winner for a top juvenile trainer, Shadow Army has shown promise and is likely to improve. The step up in class is a test, but he has the potential to be competitive for a place.
Mon Na Slieve (IRE)
J: T Eaves ยท T: K A Ryan
Another impressive debut winner from a strong stable, Mon Na Slieve enters this race with an unblemished record. He should be capable of contending for a minor placing with further progression expecteโฆ
Model confidence: 35% ยท capped at 50% for racing's structural variance
Full Racecard (9 runners)
| # | Draw | Horse |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5 | Courseyoudo (FR) |
| 2 | 1 | Cut A Dash |
| 3 | 6 | Dubai Champion (IRE) |
| 4 | 3 | Fantasy Force (IRE) |
| 5 | 2 | Spectacular Diver (IRE) |
| 6 | 4 | Varzi (IRE) |
| 0 | 6 | โ Ballistic Missile (IRE) |
| 0 | 4 | โกShadow Army |
| 0 | 3 | โขMon Na Slieve (IRE) |
Wgt = weight (st-lb) ยท OR = official rating ยท PR = Sky Sports power rating ยท HG = headgear (b/v/cp/t/h/p) ยท Last = days since last run
Key Race Factors
- โขBallistic Missile's proven Class 2 form and course/distance win.
- โขSeveral unexposed debut winners (Shadow Army, Mon Na Slieve) with potential.
- โขSignificant prize money for a Class 2 Novice Stakes, attracting quality juveniles.
- โขField of nine 2-year-olds, inherently high variance.
Risk Assessment
- โขJuvenile race (2-year-olds) where form can be unreliable and improvement is rapid.
- โขMany runners are unexposed or have limited race experience.
- โขOfficial going not yet published, which could impact performance.
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How These Predictions Work
These predictions are AI-generated using current racecard data and search-grounded analysis. Horse racing is structurally high-variance โ even the most-favoured horse wins only ~30โ35% of races. Use AI predictions as one input among many, alongside your own form study and trusted tipsters. Bet responsibly.