Hollie Doyle's Top Picks for 2026: Exciting Horses to Watch

As the flat season gets underway, Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle shares her top picks for 2026, featuring a talented lineup of horses. Richard Hannon's five-year-old has shown impressive form since autumn, winning a valuable handicap at Ascot and the Listed Cammidge Stakes at Doncaster. With his transition into Group company imminent, expectations are high. A newcomer, a big son of New Bay, gave Hollie a promising feel when scoring on debut at Chelmsford City, and despite his inexperience, he showed great control in his 10f maiden. Another standout performer is a three-year-old son of Caravaggio, who made a stunning debut at Saint-Cloud, effortlessly outpacing his opponents over 1m. Aidan O'Brien's son of Wootton Bassett, who made all the running in the Group 1 Futurity Trophy, is also one to watch, particularly over longer distances. Other notable mentions include William Haggas's son of Kingman, a half-brother to Group 1 star King Of Change, and a filly who made a winning debut at Newbury, partnered by Tom Marquand. With numerous talented horses set to make their mark in 2026, Hollie Doyle's expert insights provide a compelling preview of the season ahead.