Benson (GB) Horse Profile: Record, Form and Odds
Benson’s best going, distance and course
Benson is at his best over two miles with some cut in the ground: he has won six of his 33 runs on good to soft or softer. Musselburgh suits him well, with two wins and two placed finishes from four visits. Four runs at Hexham and three runs at Cheltenham have yet to produce a place.
Benson’s latest run
Last time out, Benson failed to complete in the Class 3 William Hill Bookmakers Handicap Hurdle at Kelso on 8 November 2025. He started at 33/1 over 2m4f189y on good to soft ground under Theo Gillard. He has no race declared for today or tomorrow.
Benson’s official rating
His official rating is 108. That is down 24lb this year, from 132.
Benson’s trainer and jockey
Ryan Mania has ridden him most often in 2025, two times out of eight.
Benson’s pedigree: what the Beat Hollow stock does
Benson is by Beat Hollow out of Karla June, a Unfuwain mare. In Britain over the last 12 months, Beat Hollow’s runners have won three times from 48 starts, a 6% strike rate.
Benson career record
Benson: peak ratings achieved
Benson form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelso | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Hexham | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Musselburgh | 4 | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| Sandown | 4 | 1 | 1 | 25% |
| Carlisle | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Aintree | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good To Soft | 14 | 2 | 3 | 14% |
| Soft | 14 | 3 | 5 | 21% |
| Good | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Heavy | 5 | 1 | 1 | 20% |
| Good To Firm | 1 | 1 | 1 | 100% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m | 19 | 4 | 4 | 21% |
| 2m1f–2m4f | 15 | 3 | 6 | 20% |
| Long distance (2m5f+) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Benson recent form: analyst notes
Benson race history and results
Benson breeding and pedigree
Benson FAQs
How many races has Benson won?
Seven of his last 39 starts.
What is Benson’s best distance?
Two miles: four of his seven wins have come over 2m, from 19 runs at the trip.
Who is Benson’s sire?
Beat Hollow. His dam is Karla June, by Unfuwain.
When does Benson run next?
He has no race declared for today or tomorrow. His next run will appear on this page as soon as he is declared.
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Refused to line up at the start - took no further part
Settled towards the back - lost touch with the field 4 out - well beaten at the finish
Erratic in outlook throughout - beaten a long way back before weakening into last spot approaching 2 out - eased to a halt soon after
Held up handy early despite a hesitant leap and a nudge along at the 1st - shared the front rank by the 3rd and untidy again at the 4th - sat close to the pacesetter from the 5th - dropped away three out - faded before the last - finished fourth