John Straker

John Straker is a fictional character from the novel *Silver Blaze* by Arthur Conan Doyle, part of the Sherlock Holmes series. He’s a racehorse trainer involved in a mysterious incident where a prized horse, Silver Blaze, goes missing and is later found dead. Straker’s motives and actions are suspicious, as he attempts to injure the horse to improve its chances of losing a race for financial gain. His character highlights themes of deception and the importance of keen observation in solving crimes, as Holmes uncovers the truth behind the horse’s disappearance and Straker’s true intentions.