Always Trying Racing Syndicate: A Statement of Intent for 2026
The Always Trying Racing Syndicate have wasted no time in making their ambitions clear for the 2026 season. With calculated moves in both the February and April Sales, the syndicate has signalled a bold commitment to reaching the winner’s enclosure—and doing so with quality bloodstock capable of delivering on the big stage.
Their first headline move came at the February Sales, where they secured the promising filly Fille Imbassee for £24,000. This acquisition alone turned heads, representing not just value but intent. The syndicate clearly identified an opportunity to bring in a filly with upside, potential, and the kind of profile that could develop into a competitive performer as the season unfolds.
But if February was about laying down a marker, April was about raising the bar entirely.
In what can only be described as a magnificent piece of business, the syndicate moved decisively to acquire Power Strike from the powerhouse yard of Joseph O'Brien. O’Brien’s operation is widely regarded as one of the most formidable in racing, making this acquisition all the more intriguing.
Power Strike’s time in Ireland may not have fully reflected his potential on the racecourse, but context is everything. The colt encountered soft and heavy ground—conditions that clearly did not play to his strengths. Reports from home, however, tell a very different story. He had been working impressively, showing the kind of ability that connections believe has yet to be unlocked on raceday.
The plan now is both strategic and exciting. Power Strike will be gelded ahead of his next run, a move often used to help horses focus and fulfil their potential. From there, the Always Trying Racing Syndicate will target a summer campaign, with races around the mile expected to suit him perfectly—especially on a sounder surface where he can truly showcase his ability.
Pedigree enthusiasts will be particularly encouraged. Power Strike is sired by Night Of Thunder, a stallion synonymous with class, versatility, and top-level performance. Even more striking is the influence on the dam’s side, with the legendary Frankel appearing as the damsire. This is a bloodline that doesn’t just suggest quality—it demands expectation.
Taken together, these moves paint a clear picture. The Always Trying Racing Syndicate are not here to make up the numbers in 2026. They are building a squad with purpose, blending potential with proven pedigree, and targeting conditions that will allow their horses to thrive.
With Fille Imbassee offering exciting upside and Power Strike poised for a potential breakout campaign under more favourable conditions, the syndicate looks well-positioned to turn ambition into results.
The message is simple: Always Trying are not just participating this season—they’re aiming to win.