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- OLBG-sponsored trainer Harry Derham and jockey Paul O’Brien have a runner on Cheltenham Festival Day 3.
- Jackie Hobbs runs in the Ryanair Mares Novices’ Hurdle at 13:20.
- The mare is currently priced at 80/1 with four places available each-way.
OLBG Duo Target Cheltenham Festival Day 3
Day 3 of the Cheltenham Festival brings another packed card of racing and bookmakers are offering markets for the day's action.
Among the runners on St Patrick’s Thursday is Jackie Hobbs, trained by OLBG-sponsored Harry Derham and ridden by stable jockey Paul O’Brien.
The mare lines up in the Ryanair Mares Novices’ Hurdle at 13:20, where she currently sits among the outsiders in the betting market at 80/1 with bet365.
Despite the long odds, connections are hopeful the mare can produce a strong performance after a solid season leading into the Festival.
Jackie Hobbs Arrives in Strong Form
Jackie Hobbs has enjoyed a productive campaign and arrives at Cheltenham in good condition according to trainer Harry Derham.
Speaking ahead of the race on his website this morning, Derham said:
“She’s had a good season. She could do with a drop of rain, the drying ground isn’t probably going to suit her but she comes into this race in really really good form and we’re hoping that she’s going to run a big race.”
He added that the mare could still have an outside chance if everything falls into place.
“If she ran a career best hopefully she has an outside each way chance.”
Watch Harry Derham Discuss Jackie Hobbs Chances Earlier This Month
"It would be dependent on her jumping, if she jumps well and gets into a good rhythm she's a top five contender in my opinion."
Each-Way Places at Big Odds
The Ryanair Mares Novices’ Hurdle often attracts a competitive field and some bookmakers are offering four places each-way on the race.
At 80/1, Jackie Hobbs represents a longshot in the betting market but the extra places available could attract interest from bettors looking for an outsider.
Even a placed finish would represent a strong result against a high-quality Festival field.
Another Festival Opportunity for the Derham Stable
Having runners at the Cheltenham Festival is a major moment for any trainer and Harry Derham’s yard continues to grow its presence at the meeting.
With Paul O’Brien in the saddle, Jackie Hobbs will be hoping to deliver a strong performance in the Ryanair Mares Novices’ Hurdle and potentially spring a surprise at big odds.
While the task looks challenging on paper, Cheltenham has a history of producing unexpected results and the Derham team will be hoping their runner can make the most of the opportunity!
