The Group 1 Futurity Trophy at Doncaster features a thrilling clash between the favourites Delacroix and Wimbledon Hawkeye.
Today, Doncaster hosts the prestigious Futurity Trophy, the season’s final Group 1 race in British flat racing and a race which has a strong reputation for showcasing future champions.
Favourites have dominated the podium in recent years. However, Wimbledon Hawkeye has seen his odds drift to 10/3 from 2-1 as the day unfolds, despite lofty expectations following his victory in the Royal Lodge.
Punters are now leaning toward Delacroix, who has emerged as a 3/1 contender with Ryan Moore in the saddle.
Royal Playwright, who previously finished behind Wimbledon Hawkeye, has also attracted attention at 8-1, hinting at a competitive field.
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What Time is the Futurity Trophy?
Today, Saturday October 26th, Doncaster hosts an eight-race card, culminating in the season’s final British flat racing Group 1 – the Futurity Trophy at 2:40.
The day kicks off at 1:30 with the Doncaster Stakes, with races every 30-45 minutes until the last at 5:30.
Futurity Trophy Odds
| Horse | Odds | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Delacroix | 3/1 | 25% |
| Wimbledon Hawkeye | 10/3 | 23% |
| Detain | 8/1 | 11% |
| Seaplane | 8/1 | 11% |
| Royal Playwright | 9/1 | 10% |
Who is the favourite to win the Futurity Trophy?
As the feature race at Doncaster, the Group 1 Futurity Trophy showcases two strong contenders at the top of the betting.
Delacroix emerges as the current favourite, with odds of 3/1 with BetMGM, reflecting his impressive form under the guidance of Aidan O'Brien, who has an exceptional track record in this race (11 time winner).
Having recently secured victory in the Group 3 Autumn Stakes, Delacroix is well-suited to soft ground and appears ready to tackle the mile distance.
However, Wimbledon Hawkeye, priced at 10/3 with William Hill, is not to be overlooked. His recent performances indicate solid form, including a Group 2 win and competitive runs against graded winners.
With the best current form among the field, Wimbledon Hawkeye could very well challenge for the victory and become the first horse since Elm Park in 2014 to achieve the Royal Lodge/Futurity double.
