Greatwood Hurdle Runners
Greatwood Hurdle Runners
The latest betting odds for the Greatwood Hurdle on Sunday 16th November, as well as trainer, confirmed jockey, weight, age and form for each of the runners.
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Greatwood Hurdle Runners
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The Greatwood Hurdle is one of the early-season major races in the National Hunt calendar, taking place during the November Meeting at Cheltenham Racecourse. As a premier handicap hurdle, it provides an opportunity for rising stars and well-handicapped seasoned hurdlers alike to stake their claim.
First run in 1987, the event has grown in stature and was promoted to Grade 3 status in 2004. Over the years the race has produced winners who went on to further success, underlining its role as both a stepping-stone and a standalone target.
Notable Winners
- Celtic Shot – inaugural winner in 1987, who went on to land the Champion Hurdle.
- Rooster Booster – won in 2002 before going on to Champion Hurdle victory.
- Detroit City and Sizing Europe – both subsequent top-class performers after winning this race.
The Greatwood Hurdle is celebrated for its competitive depth, the tricky fall ground at Cheltenham, and the tactical complexity of a large field handicap.
Key Race Details
Race Type: Handicap hurdle race
Grade: Grade 3 status (handicap)
Distance: Approximately 2 miles and ½ furlong (2 m 87 yds / ~3,298 m)
Number of Hurdles: 8 hurdles to be jumped
Location: Cheltenham Racecourse (Old Course)
Date: Mid-November each year, as part of the Cheltenham November Meeting
Inaugurated: 1987