Result · Taunton · Tuesday 3 February 2026
2:12 Taunton result: Grand Vendetta wins the Racing To School Celebrates 25 Years Novices' Hurdle (GBB Race) (Div 2)
Favourite Grand Vendetta won the 2:12 at Taunton on Tuesday 3 February 2026, beating Wandering Ego by 1½ lengths. Ridden by Harry Cobden for trainer Paul Nicholls, the six-year-old was sent off at 4/5 and covered the 2m3f1y on heavy ground in 4m 55.02s. Joyau Allen was a further 18 lengths back in third at 13/2. Non-finishers: Lunchable Bob (pulled up), Inkaman (pulled up). Crest Of Valour (vet's certificate), Dino Moon (self certificate) were non-runners.
2:12 Taunton full result: finishing order and SPs
| Pos | Horse | Jockey / trainer | Btn | SP | OR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Grand Vendetta (IRE) 6yo · 11-2 |
Harry Cobden Paul Nicholls | — | 4/5FAV | — |
| 2 |
Wandering Ego (IRE) 6yo · 11-9 |
Sean Bowen Olly Murphy | 1½ l | 13/8 | 124 |
| 3 |
Joyau Allen (FR) 7yo · 11-2 |
Freddie Gingell Paul Nicholls | 18 l | 13/2 | — |
| 4 |
Dragons And Demons (GB) 5yo · 11-2 |
Harry Kimber Robert Walford | 47 l | 125/1 | — |
| 5 |
Brisky Dancer (FR) 5yo · 11-2 · t |
Dylan Johnston Sam Thomas | ¼ l | 18/1 | — |
| PU |
Lunchable Bob (GB) 11yo · 10-9 · claim 7lb · Pulled up |
Rian Corcoran Gordon Treacy | — | 150/1 | — |
| PU |
Inkaman (GB) 6yo · 11-2 · t · Pulled up |
Lorcan Williams Jeremy Scott | — | 33/1 | — |
Non-runners: Crest Of Valour (vet's certificate), Dino Moon (self certificate)
Taunton 2:12 returns
2:12 Taunton result: FAQs
Who won the 2:12 at Taunton on Tuesday 3 February 2026?
Grand Vendetta, ridden by Harry Cobden and trained by Paul Nicholls, at a starting price of 4/5.
Did the favourite win?
Yes. Grand Vendetta won as the 4/5 favourite.
What was the winning time?
4m 55.02s over 2m3f1y on heavy ground.
Were there any non-runners?
Yes: Crest Of Valour (vet's certificate), Dino Moon (self certificate). Bets on a non-runner are refunded, and a Rule 4 deduction may apply to winning bets placed before the withdrawal.




