Kempton Park Racecourse is set to host a compelling card of National Hunt racing this Saturday, February 21st, 2026 and leading jockey Harry Cobden has shared his insights on his five mounts for the day. Cobden, a Paddy Power ambassador, is looking forward to a busy afternoon and believes Ma Wang Des Bois offers a particularly strong chance in the concluding bumper, describing the horse as “a lovely horse” and noting his impressive debut at Hereford.
Cobden’s Saturday begins with Falls Of Acharn in the 1:45, a juvenile hurdle where the jockey acknowledges a challenging task against the favorites, Precious Man and One Horse Town. Despite the competition, Cobden sees potential in the horse, having won first time out at Musselburgh last month. He admits he doesn’t understand the horse well but is eager to see what he can produce. The 2:25 sees Cobden aboard Move West, a horse he believes has a “nice chance” following a recent victory at Musselburgh. Cobden acknowledges past concerns about the ground conditions at Kempton affecting the horse’s performance.
Moving into the afternoon, Cobden is optimistic about the prospects of Loaded And Locked in the 3:00. He “likes” the horse’s chances, noting a significant improvement in his last run at Hereford, but cautions that softer ground would not be ideal. At 3:35, Cobden will partner with Leader In The Park, a ride he describes as a “nice spare.” Cobden has a history with this horse, having both beaten and been beaten by him in the past, but maintains a positive outlook, believing the trip will suit and that the horse enjoys racing at Kempton.
Cobden shared his thoughts as part of a preview with Paddy Power, where he also discusses his rides on their YouTube channel and the From The Horse’s Mouth podcast. A clip from a recent discussion, available on YouTube, shows Cobden expressing optimism about his Saturday engagements.
The jockey’s assessment of Ma Wang Des Bois is particularly noteworthy. He highlighted the horse’s strong performance when finishing second on his debut at Hereford, emphasizing that he “travelled very well and ran a lovely race.” Cobden believes the horse is “really smart” and anticipates a strong showing, suggesting his current odds are too high. Fans can find all the Kempton odds and other ITV Racing odds on the Paddy Power website and app.
Cobden’s Saturday rides represent a diverse range of challenges and opportunities. While acknowledging the competitive nature of the races, his insights offer a valuable perspective for those following the action at Kempton Park. The focus now shifts to Saturday’s races, where Cobden will aim to translate his optimism into success on the track. Further updates and race results will be available on Paddy Power’s website following the event.
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