City Of York (GB) Horse Profile: Record, Form and Odds
City Of York’s best going, distance and course
City Of York is at his best over a mile with some cut in the ground: he has won two of his six runs on good to soft or softer. Kempton suits him well, with one win and three placed finishes from seven visits. Five runs at Lingfield and three runs at Newmarket have yet to produce a place.
City Of York’s latest run
Last time out, City Of York finished sixth of 12 in the Class 6 Always Gamble Responsibly At BetMGM Handicap at Wolverhampton (AW) on 13 December 2025, beaten 5½ lengths by King Of Speed. He started at 12/1 over 1m142y on standard ground under Callum Shepherd. He has no race declared for today or tomorrow.
City Of York’s official rating
His official rating is 60. That is down 9lb this year, from 69.
City Of York’s trainer and jockey
Callum Shepherd has ridden him most often in 2025, three times out of 11.
City Of York’s pedigree: what the Cityscape stock does
City Of York is by Cityscape out of Primrose Valley, a Pastoral Pursuits mare. In Britain over the last 12 months, Cityscape’s runners have won 15 times from 202 starts, a 7% strike rate. They are most successful at seven furlongs, with 4 wins, and at City Of York’s trip of a mile they have won two of 42 starts (5%).
City Of York career record
City Of York: peak ratings achieved
City Of York form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kempton (AW) | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14% |
| Lingfield (AW) | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Lingfield | 4 | 1 | 3 | 25% |
| Newbury | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Newmarket | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wolverhampton (AW) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 10 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Standard To Slow | 7 | 1 | 3 | 14% |
| Good To Firm | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Good | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Heavy | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33% |
| Good To Soft | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1m | 21 | 2 | 4 | 10% |
| 1m1f–1m2f | 5 | 1 | 2 | 20% |
| 7f | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
City Of York recent form: analyst notes
City Of York race history and results
City Of York breeding and pedigree
City Of York FAQs
How many races has City Of York won?
Three of his last 30 starts.
What is City Of York’s best distance?
A mile: two of his three wins have come over 1m, from 19 runs at the trip.
Who is City Of York’s sire?
Cityscape. His dam is Primrose Valley, by Pastoral Pursuits.
When does City Of York 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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Held up towards the back - driven approaching 3f out and shifted to the middle of the track 2f out - stayed on late without threatening the front-runners finishing 6th
Held up in the pack - urged forward with 3f left - no impression made on the leaders - finished sixth
Held up at back from the off - wide route into the home turn - dropped away early - well beaten through the last furlong
Held up early - never involved with the front markers - well held in the closing stages