Winter Fog (IRE) Horse Profile: Record, Form and Odds
Winter Fog’s best going, distance and course
Winter Fog is at his best over two miles with some cut in the ground: he has won five of his 18 runs on good to soft or softer. Leopardstown suits him well, with one win and four placed finishes from five visits. Two runs at Ballinrobe have yet to produce a place.
Winter Fog’s latest run
Last time out, Winter Fog finished seventh of eight in the Grade 1 December Hurdle at Leopardstown on 29 December 2025, beaten 33¾ lengths by Lossiemouth. He started at 80/1 over 2m on good to yielding ground under Brian Hayes. He has no race declared for today or tomorrow.
Winter Fog’s official rating
His official rating is 144. He started 2025 on 150, rose to a peak of 152 and has been dropped 8lb since.
Winter Fog’s trainer and jockey
Brian Hayes has ridden him most often in 2025, six times out of 10.
Winter Fog’s pedigree: what the Papal Bull stock does
Winter Fog is by Papal Bull out of Banphrionsa, a Flemensfirth mare.
Winter Fog career record
Winter Fog: peak ratings achieved
Winter Fog form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leopardstown | 5 | 1 | 4 | 20% |
| Punchestown | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Galway | 3 | 1 | 1 | 33% |
| Tipperary | 3 | 1 | 2 | 33% |
| Cheltenham | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Tramore | 2 | 1 | 2 | 50% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good | 9 | 1 | 3 | 11% |
| Soft | 8 | 2 | 5 | 25% |
| Good To Yielding | 6 | 0 | 3 | 0% |
| Yielding | 6 | 3 | 3 | 50% |
| Good To Soft | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Good To Firm | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m | 12 | 3 | 7 | 25% |
| Long distance (2m5f+) | 11 | 2 | 3 | 18% |
| 2m1f–2m4f | 10 | 1 | 4 | 10% |
| 1m5f–1m6f | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
Winter Fog recent form: analyst notes
Winter Fog race history and results
Winter Fog breeding and pedigree
Winter Fog FAQs
How many races has Winter Fog won?
Six of his last 34 starts.
What is Winter Fog’s best distance?
Two miles: three of his six wins have come over 2m, from 12 runs at the trip.
Who is Winter Fog’s sire?
Papal Bull. His dam is Banphrionsa, by Flemensfirth.
When does Winter Fog 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 at the back - no impression made - well held throughout - finished 7th
Held up at back of field - pushed along and lost touch before 2 out - well held at the finish
Settled handy in the pack travelling smoothly to 3 out - pressed for effort and dropped away - unable to threaten from 2 out home finishing 4th
Settled towards the back - crept into contention with 3f left - then pushed along and unable to land a blow - eventually well beaten in 9th