Harsh (GB) Horse Profile: Record, Form and Odds
Harsh’s best going, distance and course
Harsh is at his best over 2m 1f with some cut in the ground: he has won one of his 17 runs on good to soft or softer. Cork suits him well, with one win and two placed finishes from two visits. Two runs at Galway and two runs at Tipperary have yet to produce a place.
Harsh’s latest run
Last time out, Harsh finished seventh of 11 in the Class 3 QED Scaffolding Ltd Handicap Chase at Haydock on 14 February 2026, beaten 21½ lengths by The Bluesman. He started at 40/1 over 2m3f203y on soft ground under James Bowen. He has no race declared for today or tomorrow.
Harsh’s official rating
His official rating is 125. He started 2026 on 129, rose to a peak of 131 and has been dropped 6lb since.
Harsh’s trainer and jockey
James Bowen has ridden Harsh in every start in 2026.
Harsh’s pedigree: what the Dark Angel stock does
Harsh is by Dark Angel out of Andry Brusselles, a Hurricane Run mare. In Britain over the last 12 months, Dark Angel’s runners have won 143 times from 1,327 starts, a 11% strike rate. They are most successful at six furlongs, with 44 wins, and at Harsh’s trip of 2m 1f they have won no of 6 starts (0%).
Harsh career record
Harsh: peak ratings achieved
Harsh form by course, going and distance
By course
| course | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galway | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Kilbeggan | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Tipperary | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Cork | 2 | 1 | 2 | 50% |
| Cheltenham | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Naas | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By going
| going | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good To Yielding | 7 | 1 | 2 | 14% |
| Soft | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Yielding | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Good | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Heavy | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| Good To Soft | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
By distance
| distance | Runs | Wins | Placed | Win % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2m1f–2m4f | 11 | 2 | 5 | 18% |
| Long distance (2m5f+) | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| 2m | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
| 1m3f–1m4f | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| 1m1f–1m2f | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| 1m5f–1m6f | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0% |
Harsh recent form: analyst notes
Harsh race history and results
Harsh breeding and pedigree
Harsh FAQs
How many races has Harsh won?
Two of his last 28 starts.
What is Harsh’s best distance?
Two and a half miles: one of his two wins have come over 2m 4f, from five runs at the trip.
Who is Harsh’s sire?
Dark Angel. His dam is Andry Brusselles, by Hurricane Run.
When does Harsh run next?
He has no race declared for today or tomorrow. His next run will appear on this page as soon as he is declared.
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Settled with the pack early - pushed along after 4 out then clipped heels and unbalanced 3 out - dropped away before 2 out to finish well beaten
Settled towards the back early - clumsy over the 4th and 6th fences - under pressure and toiling 4 out - dropped away from the pack 3 out - eased out of contention before the second-last
Pulling hard early - settled mid-pack and still in contention 3 out - pressed for effort soon after and dropped away late
Held up towards the back - driven from the 8th without threatening leaders - still back in the pack after 3 out - stayed on same speed in straight to finish 14th