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McCoy Contractors Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race)

Cheltenham · 16:10 · Friday, 23 October 2026 · 2m3f200y · Good · Class 2

🤖 AI race preview

The pace is likely to be steady with a midfield start, and Cosmos Dainay stands out as the most consistent performer in recent form, having recorded three wins across Class 4 and 5 hurdles at Perth and Cork under 160lbs, with a strong headway and finishing position in each, including a 4-length victory at Perth where he was in touch with leaders and ran on effectively. His recent run at Listowel saw him in touch and race in last, suggesting tactical resilience, while his 162lbs weight and 126 OFR indicate a manageable workload. The main danger comes from Datstheholyallofit, who showed strong early form at Perth and Sedgefield, despite a late slowdown, and is a potential threat in the middle of the field; Mister Coko, with a recent third at Worcester and a 157lbs weight, may also cause trouble if he finds a clear run after a slow start. Each-way players at the forecast price include Oties Friend and Saint Invictus, both with recent form in soft going and a tendency to stay in contention late.

Written by our AI before the off from form, ratings and conditions — neutral analysis, not a betting recommendation. How we build verdicts.

🏁 Result

1Cosmos dAinay (FR) Jack Kennedy12
2Kingstonian (GB) J J Slevin2.38
3Oties Friend (IRE) Kielan Woods17
4Mr Hollywood (IRE) Mr P W Mullins2.25
5Mister Coko (FR) Sam Twiston-Davies67
6Datstheholyallofit (IRE) Brian Hughes9.50

The AI's top pick Cosmos Dainay won. Settled from official results.

AI top 3 (before the off)

🥇Cosmos Dainay
🥈Datstheholyallofit
🥉Mr Hollywood

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