2021 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle Tips
The second Grade One race on day four's card at the Cheltenham Festival is the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle. This is the third and final top-level race for novice hurdlers at the meeting, and it's run over a grueling three-mile trip, to test the stamina of younger horses.
2021 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle Key Facts
| Date | Friday 19th March, 2021 |
| Time | 2:50pm |
| Course | Cheltenham Festival |
| Status | Grade One |
| Distance | 3m |
| Prize Pool | £130k |
| Age | 4YO+ |
2021 Albert Bartlett Odds
| Name | Best Odds | Top Bookie |
|---|---|---|
| Appreciate It | 25/1 | Paddy Power |
| Ballyadam | 25/1 | bet365 |
| Bob Olinger | 33/1 | William Hill |
| Eskylane | 33/1 | Paddy Power |
| Forged In Fire | 33/1 | Betfred |
| Ferny Hallow | 33/1 | bet365 |
| Tactical Move | 33/1 | Paddy Power |
| Uhtred | 33/1 | William Hill |
| Stattler | 33/1 | Betfred |
| Bar | 40/1 |
2021 Albert Bartlett Tips
Champion Bumper runner-up, Appreciate It heads the betting for the 2021 Albert Bartlett, and could hand Willie Mullins a record third victory in the race. Gordon Elliott's Ballyadam joins Appreciate It on 25/1, with Bob Olinger and Eskylane just behind.
We'll have a range of 2021 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle tips live on the website when the new National Hunt season starts.
We'll have a range of 2021 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle tips live on the website when the new National Hunt season starts.
2020 Albert Bartlett Result
| Position | Name | SP |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Monkfish | 5/1 |
| 2nd | Latest Exhibition | 9/2 |
| 3rd | Fury Road | 5/1 |
| 4th | Thyme Hill | 4/1f |
| 5th | Janidil | 16/1 |
Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle Day Card
| Time | Title | Status | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:30pm | Triumph Hurdle | Grade One | 2m |
| 2:10pm | County Hurdle | Grade Three Handicap | 2m |
| 2:50pm | Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle | Grade One | 3m |
| 3:30pm | Gold Cup | Grade One | 3m 2f |
| 4:10pm | Foxhunter Chase | Class Two | 3m 2f |
| 4:50pm | Mares' Chase | Grade Two | 2m 4f |
| 5:30pm | Martin Pipe Handicap Hurdle | Class Two Handicap | 2m 4f |
Albert Bartlett History
Originally known as the Spa Novices' Hurdle, this Grade One hurdle was added to the Cheltenham Festival schedule in 2005.
Albert Bartlett took over sponsorship of the race in 2007, and it's been known as the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle ever since.
The Albert Bartlett is known as being one of the most difficult races at the Cheltenham Festival. For novice hurdlers, this three-mile trip can be very testing. It's also a tricky race for punters, as there have been plenty of upsets down the years.
AP McCoy is the most successful jockey in the Albert Bartlett, with the last of his three wins coming onboard At Fishers Cross for Rebecca Curtis in 2013.
Weapon's Amnesty ended his first season over hurdles with victory in the 2009 Albert Bartlett. Charles Byrnes star would go on to win the RSA Chase as the following Festival.
Bob's Worth also completed the Albert Bartlett, RSA Chase double, winning both races in 2011 and '12. In 2013, Nicky Henderson's star powered up Cleeve Hill once again, winning the Cheltenham Gold Cup under Barry Geraghty.
Unowhatimeanharry handed young trainer Harry Fry his first Festival winner in the 2016 Albert Bartlett. Two years later, Colin Tizzard was celebrating, as Harry Cobden guided Kilbricken Storm to a surprise win.
Penhill handed Willie Mullins his first Albert Bartlett victory in 2017, before going on to win the Stayers' Hurdle on his return to Cheltenham 12 months later.
Henry De Bromhead celebrated an unlikely winner in 2019, when 66/1 outsider Minella Indo triumphed under Rachael Blackmore.
Punters had a much better time of things in 2020, as the four most-fancied runners occupied the top four places, with Willie Mullins' Monkfish coming out on top.
Albert Bartlett Winners
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2020 | Monkfish |
| 2019 | Minella Indo |
| 2018 | Kilbricken Storm |
| 2017 | Penhill |
| 2016 | Unowhatimeanharry |
| 2015 | Martello Tower |
| 2014 | Very Wood |
| 2013 | At Fishers Cross |
| 2012 | Brindisi Breeze |
| 2011 | Bobs Worth |
| 2010 | Berties Dream |
| 2009 | Weapon's Amnesty |
| 2008 | Nenuphar Collonges |
| 2007 | Wichita Lineman |
| 2006 | Black Jack Ketchum |
| 2005 | Moulin Riche |
Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle FAQs
What is the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle?
The Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle is race staged during the Cheltenham Festival. This Grade One is open only to novice hurdlers, and the trip is three miles.
When is the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle?
Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle will take place at 2:50pm on day four of the Cheltenham Festival on Friday 19th March.
Who won the Albert Bartlett?
Willie Mullins celebrated another victory in the 2020 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle, as the well-backed Monkfish beat Latest Exhibition and Fury Road.
Who is the favourite for the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle?
Willie Mullins' Appreciate it is the ante-post favourite for the 2021 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle. Ballyadam also sits on 25/1.
Where can I watch the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle?
The 2021 Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle will be shown live on ITV Racing. If you want to stream the race live on your mobile or tablet then visit our Live Streaming page for more details.
