Western Zephyr (IRE) Horse Profile: Record, Form and Odds
Western Zephyr’s best going, distance and course
Western Zephyr is at his best over two miles with some cut in the ground: he has won five of his 17 runs on good to soft or softer. Huntingdon suits him well, with three wins and three placed finishes from three visits. Two runs at Aintree have yet to produce a place.
Western Zephyr’s latest run
Last time out, Western Zephyr finished eighth of 23 in the Class 1 Sun Racing Plate Handicap Chase at Cheltenham on 10 March 2026, beaten 17 lengths by Madara. He started at 50/1 over 2m4f on good to soft ground under Shane Fenelon. He has no race declared for today or tomorrow.
Western Zephyr’s official rating
His official rating is 132. He started 2026 on 130, rose to a peak of 136 and has been dropped 4lb since.
Western Zephyr’s trainer and jockey
Shane Fenelon has ridden Western Zephyr in every start in 2026.
Western Zephyr’s pedigree: what the Westerner stock does
Western Zephyr is by Westerner out of Beneficial Breeze, a Beneficial mare. In Britain over the last 12 months, Westerner’s runners have won 44 times from 358 starts, a 12% strike rate. They are most successful at two and a half miles, with 7 wins, and at Western Zephyr’s trip of two miles they have won one of 42 starts (2%).
Western Zephyr career record
Western Zephyr: peak ratings achieved
Western Zephyr form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheltenham | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Sandown | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Huntingdon | 3 | 3 | 3 | 100% |
| Aintree | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Carlisle | 2 | 1 | 2 | 50% |
| Ludlow | 2 | 1 | 2 | 50% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good To Soft | 14 | 5 | 8 | 36% |
| Good | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Soft | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Heavy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m | 12 | 5 | 9 | 42% |
| 2m1f–2m4f | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Long distance (2m5f+) | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Western Zephyr recent form: analyst notes
Western Zephyr race history and results
Western Zephyr breeding and pedigree
Western Zephyr FAQs
How many races has Western Zephyr won?
Five of his last 21 starts.
What is Western Zephyr’s best distance?
Two miles: all five of his wins have come over 2m, from 12 runs at the trip.
Who is Western Zephyr’s sire?
Westerner. His dam is Beneficial Breeze, by Beneficial.
When does Western Zephyr 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 a forward position early - close to the pace 3 out - asked for effort and drifted right approaching 2 out then drifted left - weakened without response after the last - beaten well into 8th
Set the pace early - travelling well four out then pushed along three out - overtaken before the last two furlongs - rallied gamely to the line but held by the winner finishing second
Settled in the pack early - slipped towards the back by the 8th - well behind and hampered at the 13th - pulled up before the second last
Handy early - hit the front after the 2nd and held it to 3 out - dropped away shortly after and driven along - faded fast into the home turn and beaten a long way