Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle shares her top ten horses to watch in 2026 as the flat season gets underway. Richard Hannon's talented five-year-old has made significant strides since autumn, securing a valuable handicap win at Ascot and a Listed Cammidge Stakes victory at Doncaster. With his impressive form, he's poised to make a seamless transition into Group company.
Another notable mention is a promising debutant at Chelmsford City, a big son of New Bay who showed great potential despite his inexperience. He's being aimed at a valuable spring handicap at Newbury.
A three-year-old gelding's stunning debut performance at Saint-Cloud has also caught attention, with many hailing him as a star in the making. Aidan O'Brien's Wootton Bassett son is another horse to watch, having made a strong impression in the Group 1 Futurity Trophy and boasting a promising pedigree.
William Haggas's Kingman son, a half-brother to Group 1 star King Of Change, has also shown promise, despite being carried off line in a recent race. Tom Marquand's partner, a filly who debuted at Newbury, has a hefty price tag to live up to but is closely related to Group stars My Oberon and My Prospero. Archie Watson's Havana Grey son, though still developing, has shown potential and could become a stakes performer. Ed Walker's filly, a daughter of Starman, has already demonstrated her class, winning a 6f Nottingham maiden and finishing close behind Zanthos in the Group 2 Rockfel.
Archie Watson's patient approach with a Sea The Stars son has paid off, with the horse making a spectacular winning debut. Karl Burke's Night Of Thunder son, a four-time winner, is aiming for the Group 1 Lockinge Stakes at Newbury. These horses are sure to make an impact in the upcoming season.