Day 1 · Champion Day · Tue 16 Mar 2027 · Old Course
Supreme Novices' Hurdle
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About the Supreme Novices' Hurdle
The traditional Festival opener, greeted by the famous 'Cheltenham roar'. A Grade 1 for novice hurdlers over two miles on the Old Course, it is one of the best guides to the next season's Champion Hurdle and Arkle pictures.
- Distance
- 2m 87y
- Race type
- Grade 1 Hurdle
- Age conditions
- 4yo+ novices
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- Old Course
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Frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 Supreme Novices' Hurdle?
The 2027 Supreme Novices' Hurdle is scheduled for Tuesday, 16 March 2027 — Day 1 (Champion Day) of the Cheltenham Festival, on the Old Course. Race times are published by the Jockey Club nearer the Festival.
Who won the 2026 Supreme Novices' Hurdle?
Old Park Star won the 2026 Supreme Novices' Hurdle, trained by Nicky Henderson and ridden by Nico de Boinville, at a starting price of 15/8. Sober Glory finished second (9/2).
How long is the Supreme Novices' Hurdle?
The Supreme Novices' Hurdle is run over 2m 87y on the Old Course at Cheltenham. It is a Grade 1 Hurdle for 4yo+ novices.