The Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle is a key event at the Cheltenham Festival 2026. This race attracts a large number of participants and is a highlight of the National Hunt calendar. Horses need to finish in the top four during qualification races to qualify for this prestigious final.
Pertemps Final Qualification Races
Each qualified horse earns a spot at the Cheltenham Festival by successfully placing in various qualification races held throughout the season. The last year’s event saw Doddiethegreat, trained by Nicky Henderson, secure victory and guarantee his place by finishing ahead of Jeriko Du Reponet.
Upcoming Qualification Races
The following races have been scheduled as part of the qualification process:
- Cheltenham: October 25
- Newbury: November 6
- Aintree: November 8
- Kempton: November 10
- Auteuil: November 15 (TBC)
- Market Rasen: November 26 (TBC)
- Punchestown: November 23 (TBC)
- Sandown Park: December 6 (TBC)
- Carlisle: December 14 (TBC)
- Cagnes sur Mer: December 16 (TBC)
- Wincanton: December 26 (TBC)
- Leopardstown: December 28 (TBC)
- Warwick: January 10 (TBC)
- Huntingdon: January 22 (TBC)
- Musselburgh: February 1 (TBC)
- Pau: (TBC)
- Exeter: February 8 (TBC)
- Haydock: February 14 (TBC)
- Chepstow: February 21 (TBC)
- Naas: (TBC)
As anticipation builds for the Cheltenham Festival, horse racing enthusiasts can begin reviewing the odds and qualifications for each festival contender. For updates, visit El-Balad.
