Babatunde (IRE) Horse Profile, Race Record and Form
Babatunde’s best going, distance and course
Taunton suits him well, with two placed finishes from two visits. Two runs at Chepstow have yet to produce a place.
Babatunde’s latest run
Last time out, Babatunde finished second of 12 in the Class 5 Royal Bath & West Show Novices' Limited Handicap Hurdle at Taunton on 27 February 2025, beaten 3 lengths by Grenadier Jed. He started at 5/1 over 2m3f1y on heavy ground under Micheal Nolan. He is declared to run tomorrow in the Overton Handicap Steeple Chase at Bangor-on-Dee, stepping up in trip.
Babatunde’s official rating
His official rating is 94. That is down 1lb this year, from 95.
Babatunde’s trainer and jockey
Miss Thomasina Eyston has ridden him most often in 2025, two times out of three.
Babatunde’s pedigree: what the Kalanisi stock does
Babatunde is by Kalanisi out of Tavadden, a Presenting mare. In Britain over the last 12 months, Kalanisi’s runners have won 12 times from 50 starts, a 24% strike rate. They are most successful at two miles, with 6 wins.
★ Babatunde career record
★ Babatunde: peak ratings achieved
★ Babatunde form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taunton | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Chepstow | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Lingfield | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Ffos Las | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good To Soft | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Soft | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Heavy | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m1f–2m4f | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Long distance (2m5f+) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
★ Babatunde recent form: analyst notes
⏱ Babatunde race history and results
★ Babatunde breeding and pedigree
Babatunde FAQs
Has Babatunde won a race?
Not yet. He has been placed twice from six starts.
Who is Babatunde’s sire?
Kalanisi. His dam is Tavadden, by Presenting.
When does Babatunde run next?
Tomorrow at 4:16 in the Overton Handicap Steeple Chase at Bangor-on-Dee.
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Went straight to the front - hit the top again second time - lost that position 2 out - unable to close on eventual winner but stayed on for second
Settled midpack early - knocked off stride 4th - made progress after 3 out - errored and bumped 2 out then unable to close - finished 5th beaten well clear
Settled just off the front group early - moved through effortlessly to challenge for the lead approaching 3 out - went in front soon after but was overtaken and asked for effort 2 out - stayed on at one speed to finish third
Settled among the pack early - pushed along entering the straight - unable to find the speed to get involved - finished fourth well beaten