Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle shares her top ten horses to watch in the 2026 flat season. Her list includes talented horses from renowned trainers like Richard Hannon, Aidan O'Brien, and William Haggas. One of the horses on her list is a five-year-old from Richard Hannon's stable, who has shown impressive form since autumn, winning a valuable handicap at Ascot and the Listed Cammidge Stakes at Doncaster.
Another promising horse is a debut winner at Chelmsford City, who gave Doyle a nice feel and is expected to make a smooth transition into Group company. Doyle is also excited about a three-year-old from Aga Khan Studs, who made a stunning debut performance in a Saint-Cloud newcomers race, and is being hailed as a star in the making. Other notable mentions include a son of Wootton Bassett, who is expected to develop into a serious Derby contender, and a filly who cost 1.7m gns and is closely related to Group stars My Oberon and My Prospero. With the flat season kicking into gear, these horses are sure to make a significant impact, and Doyle is eager to see how they will perform in the coming months.