Broadway Ted Strikes Gold in Paddy Power Cheltenham Countdown Podcast INH Flat Race

Leopardstown Racecourse witnessed a strong performance from Broadway Ted, securing victory in the Paddy Power (C&G) INH Flat Race (Grade 2) on February 2, 2026 [1]. The race, held as part of the Paddy Power Cheltenham Countdown Podcast series, saw the five-year-ancient gelding, ridden by Barry O’Neill, travel strongly throughout the 2-mile contest on heavy turf [2].

Race Details

The Grade 2 race, with a total prize fund of €100,000, saw Broadway Ted claim the winner’s share of €60,000. With Nolimit finished second, earning €20,000, and Charismatic Kid secured third place, receiving €9,999 [2]. The winning time was recorded at 4 minutes and 12.80 seconds [2].

Key Runners and Performances

• Broadway Ted (IRE): The 9-4 favorite, carrying 11-10 in weight, demonstrated strong form under jockey Barry O’Neill, challenging under 2 furlongs out and holding on for a narrow victory [2].
• With Nolimit (FR): Finished second, 28/1.
• Charismatic Kid (IRE): Finished third at 7/4, tracked leaders but lacked the final push for contention [2].
• Generous Risk (FR): Initially led but faded to fifth.
• It’s Only A Game (FR): Finished fourth.

Gordon Elliott’s Success

This victory marked a successful day for trainer Gordon Elliott, who also secured wins with other horses, bringing his total to five wins for the DRF, approximately €470,000 ahead of Willie Mullins in the trainers’ title race [3]. Elliott celebrated the win as a crowning glory for jockey Barry O’Neill [3].