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Kempton 13:10

Race 1 Ladbrokes 'New Horse Racing Bet Builder' Handicap Hurdle (2m 5f)

21st Feb 26

WinnerHold The ServeSP 2.88
Horse
Hold The Serve
Jockey
S Bowen
Trainer
O Murphy
At Kempton Park this Saturday at 13:10, Hold The Serve is stepping out under the guidance of jockey S Bowen for trainer O Murphy in a 2m 5f hurdle challenge set under conditions that are good to soft-soft in places. The 6-year-old gelding is priced at a value 3.25, indicating a strong chance but not without competition. Hold The Serve hasn't been overly busy lately, but his two wins from three races over the last 180 days show he’s capable of crossing the line first under the right circumstances. The combination of S Bowen and O Murphy boasts a solid strike rate, suggesting they have a decent shot at adding another win here. Ignoring the less favorable longer-term strike rate at Kempton, Favour And Fortune is another gelding to watch. At 8 years old and priced at a hefty 13, this horse coached by A King, carries considerable experience with a weight of 77kg. Although he hasn’t been spectacular recently with zero winners from his races in the last 180 days and just one win in the past 720 days, his long odds could tempt those looking for a potential upset. Charlus rounds out the top three in this race and is a 5-year-old facing very long odds at 34. Despite a lack of wins in recent outings, the combination of jockey Harry Atkins and trainer Dan Skelton has had modest success overall. With Skelton’s decent training record over the past 180 days, it’s not beyond the realms of possibility for Charlus to surprise us, although it would indeed be a significant one. Hold The Serve is today's predicted winner for the Ladbrokes 'New Horse Racing Bet Builder' Handicap Hurdle at Kempton, boasting some robust recent form and a strong team behind him. Let’s hold our breaths for this lad to make the race his own! Remember, there's no such thing as a sure thing in horse racing, so bet responsibly and good luck!
Article prices indicative and correct at 3:15 am on 21st February 2026

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