For clarifacation I put the same data into ChatGPT which is an AI (artificial inteligence site) and it gave info on an older study which was as follows;
The data you've provided outlines the number of bets, wins, and win percentages for handicap chasers in the UK, categorized by age. While I don't have access to the exact dataset you're referencing, I can provide some context and comparisons based on available information.
Generally, in UK handicap chases, horses aged between 6 and 9 tend to perform well. For instance, a study analyzing handicap chases from October 2015 to November 2021 found that six-year-old horses had a higher strike rate compared to other age groups, with an Actual vs Expected (A/E) ratio of 0.88 and a small loss to Starting Price (SP), indicating competitive performance.
Additionally, trends from specific races, such as the Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Chase at Cheltenham, show that 9 out of the last 12 winners were aged between 7 and 9, suggesting a strong performance from horses within this age bracket.
Your data indicates a peak win percentage at age 6 (19.46%), with a gradual decline in win percentages for older horses. This aligns with the general understanding that younger horses, particularly those between 6 and 9 years old, often have higher success rates in handicap chases.
While I cannot verify the exact figures you've provided without access to the specific dataset, the trends you've noted are consistent with broader patterns observed in UK handicap chases. For more detailed and specific statistics, consulting official databases such as the British Horseracing Authority's ratings database may provide more comprehensive insights.
