Top Horses to Watch in 2026: Hollie Doyle's Top Picks

As the flat season gets underway, Sky Sports Racing ambassador Hollie Doyle shares her top picks for 2026, featuring a talented lineup of Derby hopefuls and international stars. Her selection includes Richard Hannon's five-year-old, who has shown impressive form since autumn, winning a valuable handicap at Ascot and the Listed Cammidge Stakes at Doncaster. Doyle is also excited about a lovely big son of New Bay, who gave her a nice feel when scoring on debut at Chelmsford City, and a three-year-old son of Caravaggio, who made a stunning debut performance in a Saint-Cloud newcomers race. Other notable mentions include Aidan O'Brien's son of Wootton Bassett, who staked his Classic claims with a strong performance in the Group 1 Futurity Trophy, and William Haggas's son of Kingman, who has shown promise in his debut runs. Doyle's husband, Tom Marquand, is also keen on a filly who made a debut win at Newbury, and she is looking forward to seeing him renew the partnership. With a range of talented horses to watch, 2026 is shaping up to be an exciting year for racing fans.