Ali Dancer

Foaled: March 23rd , 2024 | Sex: Colt
Colour: Chesnut
Sire: A’Ali (IRE) | Dam: Tap Dancing (IRE) (by Galileo)
Trainer: Mark Walford | Owners: Ursa Major Racing & Mark Walford

✨ Why This Horse?
This athletic colt has already caught the eye at the yard, with trainer Mark Walford showing real confidence by taking a significant personal share — a strong statement of belief in his potential. A sharp, forward-going type with a great attitude, he moves with quality and looks the sort who will be exciting from an early stage.

With the combination of A’Ali’s blistering speed and Tap Dancing’s toughness and depth of pedigree, this youngster has all the ingredients to develop into a proper racehorse.

🏇 Pedigree Highlights

Sire: A’Ali
A brilliant two-year-old sprinter, winning the Norfolk Stakes (G2) at Royal Ascot, the Prix Robert Papin (G2) in France, and the Flying Childers (G2). He trained on at three to capture the Sapphire Stakes (G2) in Ireland. By Society Rock, A’Ali is stamping his stock with speed, precocity, and class — qualities already showing in this colt.

Dam: Tap Dancing (by Galileo)
From a family known for resilience and versatility, Tap Dancing adds toughness and balance to the pedigree. She has already produced winners and brings the sort of durability that complements A’Ali’s natural speed.

🏠 Ownership & Training
In training with Mark Walford, a talented and progressive handler who is keen to nurture this colt’s ability. Mark’s enthusiasm is obvious — not only will he be training him, but he has also invested heavily in his ownership alongside Ursa Major Racing.

Owners can look forward to the full Ursa Major experience: stable visits, regular progress reports, and the shared thrill of raceday as this exciting colt develops.

🌟 The Opportunity
This is more than just a racehorse — this colt represents pedigree, potential, and the confidence of his trainer. With precocity in his blood and a team fully behind him, he looks a fantastic prospect to provide plenty of action on the track.

From the early-season juvenile races through to his progression as a three-year-old, he is a horse bred and backed to deliver — and with Mark Walford personally invested, belief in his ability could not be stronger.