Lovat Scout (GB) Horse Profile: Record, Form and Odds
Lovat Scout’s best going, distance and course
Lovat Scout is at his best over six furlongs on good ground or quicker: he has won two of his nine runs on good or firmer. Southwell suits him well, with one win and two placed finishes from four visits. Two runs at Newcastle have yet to produce a place.
Lovat Scout’s latest run
Last time out, Lovat Scout finished sixth of nine in the Class 5 Midnite A Next Generation Betting App Handicap at Wolverhampton (AW) on 30 January 2026, beaten 3½ lengths by Papa Cocktail. He started at 12/1 over 6f on standard ground under Jack Nicholls. He has no race declared for today or tomorrow.
Lovat Scout’s official rating
His official rating is 70. He started 2026 on 70, rose to a peak of 74 and has been dropped 4lb since.
Lovat Scout’s trainer and jockey
Jack Nicholls has ridden Lovat Scout in every start in 2026.
Lovat Scout’s pedigree: what the Havana Grey stock does
Lovat Scout is by Havana Grey out of Ellen Gates, a Mayson mare. In Britain over the last 12 months, Havana Grey’s runners have won 153 times from 1,187 starts, a 13% strike rate. Their most successful distance is Lovat Scout’s trip of six furlongs, where they have won 55 of 433 starts (13%).
Lovat Scout career record
Lovat Scout: peak ratings achieved
Lovat Scout form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwell (AW) | 4 | 1 | 2 | 25% |
| Newcastle (AW) | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Wolverhampton (AW) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Nottingham | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Catterick | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Ayr | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 6 | 1 | 2 | 17% |
| Good | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Standard To Slow | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Heavy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Soft | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Good To Firm | 1 | 1 | 1 | 100% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6f | 6 | 1 | 2 | 17% |
| 5f | 6 | 1 | 2 | 17% |
Lovat Scout recent form: analyst notes
Lovat Scout race history and results
Lovat Scout breeding and pedigree
Lovat Scout FAQs
How many races has Lovat Scout won?
Two of his last 12 starts.
What is Lovat Scout’s best distance?
Five furlongs: one of his two wins have come over 5f, from six runs at the trip.
Who is Lovat Scout’s sire?
Havana Grey. His dam is Ellen Gates, by Mayson.
When does Lovat Scout 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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Settled in the front rank early - still in touch with the pace two out - pushed along inside the final furlong before fading late
Settled at the back fighting the bridle - pushed along with two furlongs left - made ground inside the final furlong to move into second between rivals - couldn't quite peg back the winner and beaten narrowly
Settled just behind the front group - pushed along with two furlongs left - unable to find the speed to get involved - eventually beaten 3¾ lengths in 6th
Handy early behind the pace - pushed along with 2f left - unable to find more inside final furlong - finished 8th beaten 2 1/4 lengths