Perth Race 3 - British EBF Gold Castle 'National Hunt' Novices' Hurdle (Listed) (GBB Race)
NO DRAMA THIS END (2) Didn't finish in a hurdle at Cheltenham. Harry Cobden is very comfortable aboard. Top prospects against this opposition. TORMUND GIANTSBANE (6) Was a comprehensive winner by 24L last run in a hurdle at Doncaster and showing consistent performance in races. Has a great burst of speed late. Good chance and wouldn't be surprised to see it pick up a win. SOGNA IN GRANDE (5) Blitzed its rivals when winning by 6L last time in a hurdle at Wincanton and will appreciate the drop in weight. Should be going forward early. Strong chance. SEPT ETOILES (3) Had a comfortable win by 6L last start in a hurdle at Fairyhouse. Sean Bowen and Gordon Elliott deserve respect together. Include in chances.
Jockey: H Cobden
Weight: 73kgs
Stats
Comments
Failed to finish in a hurdle at Cheltenham. Harry Cobden has been successful aboard previously. Like to be on it today.
Last Starts 42 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99/21 | 11/03/2026 | - | Grade 1 | $147,555.00 | Cheltenham | 4224m | GOOD | Harry Cobden | 73kg | - | - | 0 |
| 999L | $3.50 |
| 1/6 | 29/12/2025 | - | Grade 1 | $98,370.00 | Newbury | 4131m | GOOD | Harry Cobden | 73kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-1-1 | 0 |
| 1.25L | $1.45 |
| 1/5 | 05/12/2025 | - | Grade 2 | $78,696.00 | Sandown | 3984m | GOOD | Harry Cobden | 73kg | - | 3-3-3-3-2-1-1 | 0 |
| 5L | $1.45 |
| 1/9 | 14/11/2025 | - | Grade 2 | $78,696.00 | Cheltenham | 4224m | SOFT | Harry Cobden | 71kg | - | 5-5-5-3-4-2-1-1 | 0 |
| 3L | $6.00 |
| 9/17 | 12/03/2025 | - | Standard Open NH Flat Race | $78,696.00 | Cheltenham | 3298m | GOOD | Harry Cobden | 73kg | - | 5-5-5-5-2-7-9 | 0 |
| 8.95L | $13.00 |
| 1/12 | 31/12/2024 | - | GBB Race | $3,935.00 | Warwick | 3218m | SOFT | Harry Cobden | 71kg | - | 4-4-3-3-2-1-1 | 0 |
| 3.5L | $4.20 |
Jockey: S Bowen
Weight: 72.5kgs
Stats
Comments
Gave them a lesson when winning by a margin of 6L last start in a hurdle at Fairyhouse. Sean Bowen and Gordon Elliott have a high strike rate together. Value selection.
Last Starts 18 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/20 | 04/04/2026 | - | Listed | $49,998.00 | Fairyhouse | 4782m | SOFT | Danny Gilligan | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 6L | $81.00 |
| 6/6 | 18/01/2026 | - | 5UP HDL | $13,500.00 | Thurles | 4425m | SOFT | Jack Kennedy | 72.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 46.25L | $5.50 |
| 1/18 | 26/12/2025 | - | 4UP MDN HURDLE | $15,000.00 | Down Royal | 4037m | GOOD | Sam Ewing | 72kg | - | - | 0 |
| 1.25L | $6.50 |
| 4/15 | 01/11/2025 | - | Div 1 | $9,999.00 | Down Royal | 3392m | YD(GD/YD PL) | Sam Ewing | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 13.55L | $8.50 |
Jockey: Thomas Bellamy
Weight: 71kgs
Stats
Comments
Was very impressive when winning by a margin of 6L last time in a hurdle at Wincanton and carrying less weight this time. Should muster plenty of early speed. Good value.
Last Starts 21 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/5 | 01/04/2026 | - | GBB Race | $9,837.00 | Wincanton | 4299m | GOOD | Thomas Bellamy | 75.5kg | - | - | 0 |
| 6L | $5.00 |
| 1/6 | 19/11/2025 | - | GBB Race | $6,886.00 | Warwick | 4229m | SOFT | Thomas Bellamy | 70kg | - | 1-1-1-1-1-1-2-1 | 0 |
| 0.75L | $8.50 |
Jockey: Harry Skelton
Weight: 71kgs
Stats
Comments
Comprehensive victory when winning by 24L last run in a hurdle at Doncaster and good career start. Harry Skelton rates highly aboard and goes down in weight. Solid chance.
Last Starts 54 days since last start
| Place | Date | Days | Class | Prize | Track | Dist. | Cnd. | Jockey | Weight | Race Time | In Run | Gate | Result | Margin | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/4 | 27/02/2026 | - | GBB Race | $14,756.00 | Doncaster | 4904m | GOOD | Harry Skelton | 75kg | - | - | 0 |
| 24L | $2.62 |
| 4/5 | 05/12/2025 | - | Grade 2 | $78,696.00 | Sandown | 3984m | GOOD | Harry Skelton | 71kg | - | 4-4-4-4-4-4-4 | 0 |
| 12L | $7.50 |
| 1/12 | 02/11/2025 | - | GBB Race | $16,232.00 | Carlisle | 4022m | SOFT | Harry Skelton | 70kg | - | 7-6-5-5-4-2-1 | 0 |
| 2.5L | $3.50 |
| 2/12 | 12/12/2024 | - | GBB Race | $3,935.00 | Warwick | 3218m | SOFT | Harry Skelton | 74kg | - | 8-10-6-6-3-3-2 | 0 |
| 0.3L | $7.00 |
| 1/12 | 16/10/2024 | - | GBB Race | $4,427.00 | Worcester | 3218m | SOFT | Harry Skelton | 70.5kg | - | 11-11-11-11-4-3-1 | 0 |
| 1L | $3.90 |