Simon Rowlands

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With mentions of course for Bournemouth, Sunderland, Brighton, Brentford, Crystal Palace etc

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There’s quite a difference of opinion. Someone on The Other Side just told me that the horse won’t be quick enough for The Derby 😬

Expert Analysis | At The Races Simon's final round-up of the year looks at several Classic clues for 2026, along with his four best bets for the Breeders' Cup - live on Sky Sports Racing.

Latest ATR blog, looking back on Doncaster/Saint-Cloud and forward to the Breeders' Cup.....and to Epsom in 2026.

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‘Lawless London’ is safer than it’s been in decades Official data suggests the capital may be safer than at any time in the past half century, comfortably beating other major cities

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JRM, of all people, should not forget about Cnut.

The fact that Labour need to have an massive internal discussion about their fear of losing the vote of "that bloke who votes Reform and likes setting fire to buildings with foreigners trapped in them" before it condemns Katie Lam's plans is not a comms issue, it's a decency one.

Well, I would not rule that out. The time was pretty good, and he is too judged on this. And, yes, the way he travelled was eye-catching.

But beating Quinault (even on one of his "going days") by 1.5 lengths suggests even 117 may flatter him a bit (race standard 116, prior-ratings even less).

Expert Analysis | At The Races Simon reflects on some top performances at Ascot's Champions Day, while previewing Doncaster's Futirity Stakes - live on Sky Sports Racing.

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I thank you!

Expert Analysis | At The Races Simon rounds-up the latest juvenile news from the clock, while nominating several potential champions for Ascot this weekend.

Latest blog, looking back at Newmarket and forward to Ascot (and Randwick/Del Mar)

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Utterly! 😂

Expert Analysis | At The Races The Arc, Abbaye and Lagardere are just three races Simon reviews in this week's round-up from Paris.

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Also, that people want their cake and to eat it - want 1st-rate services but anyone other than them to pay for it - in a way that wasn’t the case until 10/15 years ago.

Expert Analysis | At The Races It was an informative week in the juvenile division and Simon has all the fastest times, plus a few pointers for Arc weekend.

Overview of 2yos, Middle Park/Cheveley Park sectional comparison, the likely effect of the draw at ParisLongchamp.

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Thanks, Merlyn. Not much interest in the handicapping aspect, which may mean I reconsider writing about it at greater length.

Expert Analysis | At The Races The final Classic of the year, several smart juveniles and a potential Arc candidate feature in Simon's weekly round-up from the clock.

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A memorable St Leger, some handicapping calculations, and a look at a few of the big performances over an eventful weekend.

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The form is strong! The resolution of Moon Target, maybe not!

Thank you for this.

Tells it straight and true. A fine read.

Expert Analysis | At The Races “The ground” is this week's subject under the spotlight for Simon, who analyses all the key times and performances to note from Arc Trials Day at Longchamp.

Blog looking back on Arc Trials Day and other matters, including the phenom that is Ka Ying Rising.

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Town Moor 2YOs | St Leger | At The Races & Sky Sports Racing Simon Rowlands gives his verdict on the juvenile contests at the 2025 Betfred St Leger Festival with exclusive ratings for those likely to line up at Doncaster.

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Perhaps deserving of a strongly-worded letter?

A cynic - not me, of course - might suggest that would be ignored also.

Expert Analysis | At The Races The international scene is hotting up around the globe, especially in America where the best juveniles are stopping Simon's clock.

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Agree. He’s got plenty in his plate this time. Should be informative!

98 on form and 93 on time with me. Away at the weekend so still playing catch-up as far as visuals are concerned, however.

Had to Google “pithy” just to be sure. 😁I always appreciate your support. 👍

Expert Analysis | At The Races Simon's latest round-up takes in all the summer action from across the globe, including at York, in France and the US.

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