Perth Horse Racing Preview & Tips — 15 August 2026

Racing returns to the picturesque Perth racecourse in Scotland this 15 August 2026. With the track currently rated as Good for today's turf meeting, punters can look forward to a competitive 7-race card. Whether you are searching for Perth racing today, seeking a detailed Perth preview, or looking for the latest Perth tips, this guide provides all the intelligence needed for a successful day at the races.

Meeting Statistics

A total of 53 horses have been declared to run across today's seven-race programme, with £45,997 in total prize money on offer.

• Total races: 7
• Average field size: 7.6
• Longest race: Malcolm Group Handicap Hurdle Race (24.0f)
• Shortest race: Scone Palace International Horse Trials National Hunt Flat Race (16.0f)
• Highest-rated horse: The Last Cloud (129)
• Youngest horse: C'Est Pour Moi (4)
• Oldest horse: Le Malin (12)
• Number of debutants: 0
• Combined official ratings: 4,645

Big Money Races

The headline event of the day is the Scone Estates Stone Of Destiny Handicap Hurdle Race (GBB Race), which commands a prize pot of £13,008 over 16.0f. Strong contenders here include The Last Cloud and the progressive Filibustering. The QuinnBet Novices' Limited Handicap Steeple Chase (GBB Race) offers £7,922 over 20.0f, with Tamarind Bay and Follow Your Luck featuring prominently in the discussions. Finally, the Brooks Macdonald Handicap Steeple Chase carries a purse of £6,337 over 24.0f, where Edgewell looks to extend a recent winning run.

Tips & Best Bets

Note: As official starting prices are currently unavailable, we recommend reviewing the latest market movements on the full racecard before placing your bets.

Course Specialists

When assessing form, it is vital to recognise those with proven records at this venue. Over the last five years, Olly Murphy leads the way with 50 course wins, followed by Gordon Elliott (43) and Lucinda Russell (29). Among jockeys, Sean Bowen dominates with 91 wins at the track, with Brian Hughes (47) and Danny McMenamin (17) also highly effective. Punters should note that several runners are previous course winners today, including Kinbara Firstdraft, Lets Mingle, Garde Des Champs, Follow Charlie, Just Dottie, Dalileo, Broken Ice, Burgundy Man, The Last Cloud, Medieval Gold, Scriabin, Pure Gold, Button Rock, and Mcgregors Charge.

Key Trainers, Jockeys & Owners

The meeting features a strong turnout from top trainers, led by Patrick Neville, Lucinda Russell & Michael Scudamore, and R Mike Smith. The jockey standings for the day are bolstered by the participation of Brian Hughes, Derek Fox, and Ryan Mania. Key owners represented include Mrs Wilma Duffus, N A Twiston-Davies, and Molly Paul Willis.

For a full breakdown of the runners and latest market data, view the full Perth racecard here.