ZEPHLYN

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🐎 Horse Profile: Zephlyn (IRE)

Foaled: 5 February 2019
Sex: Gelding
Colour: Bay
Sire: Iffraaj (GB)
Dam: Taqdees (IRE) (by Sea The Stars)

Owner: The Farming Boys
Trainer: Ewan Whillans

🏇 Racing Overview

Zephlyn is a dual‑purpose gelding trained by Ewan Whillans who competes on the Flat and has also contested National Hunt Flat and hurdle races. Now six years old, he has become a consistent staying handicapper over longer distances, typically running between 1m7f and 2m on turf and All‑Weather tracks.

During the 2025 season he enjoyed multiple wins in handicap company, including victories over extended distances around Catterick and Newcastle. He races prominently and uses his stamina to stay strongly through the final stages, making him a tough and competitive horse at his level.

🧬 Pedigree Notes

By Iffraaj, Zephlyn carries a pedigree that blends speed and stamina, helping him compete effectively over staying trips on both turf and All‑Weather surfaces. His dam, Taqdees, by Sea The Stars, adds further stamina influence — traits that suit his role as a consistent long‑distance handicapper.

This combination supports his aptitude for extended handicap races and his ability to stay the trip well.

🏠 In Training

Under Ewan Whillans, Zephlyn is campaigned primarily in Class 5 and Class 6 handicap races that suit his stamina and staying style. Whillans places him where his sustained pace and experience can be most effective, giving him regular opportunities to compete and run well against similar‑class rivals.

His connections value his consistency and durability, and aim to keep him competitive throughout the season where his staying qualities can be an advantage.

🔎 Key Attributes

  • Preferred trip: ~1m7f to 2m

  • Ground preference: Effective on both turf and All‑Weather

  • Racing style: Prominent staying runner with a strong finish

  • Profile: Consistent staying handicapper with multiple wins and solid seasonal form

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