Cheltenham Festival 2026: A Comprehensive Guide to Winners and Viewing
The prestigious Cheltenham Festival has returned, marking a highlight of the horse racing calendar with its four-day spectacle. The event commenced on Tuesday, March 10, with Champion Day, followed by Ladies Day on Wednesday, St Patrick's Thursday, and concludes with Gold Cup Day on Friday, March 13. This year's festival promises unpredictability, as notable contenders like Constitution Hill, Marine Nationale, and Galopin Des Champs are absent, leaving fewer clear favourites in the field.
Champion Day Highlights and Full Results
Tuesday's action featured the blockbuster Champion Hurdle, where Willie Mullins' Lossiemouth solidified her status as a Festival champion. Mullins also trains the favourite for Wednesday's Champion Chase, raising anticipation for a potential double victory. Below is the complete list of winners from Champion Day:
- 1.20 Sky Bet Supreme Novices’ Hurdle: 1. Old Park Star 15/8F; 2. Sober Glory 9/2; 3. Mydaddypaddy 6/1
- 2.00 Singer Arkle Challenge Trophy Steeple Chase: 1. Kargese 7/1; 2. Kopek Des Bordes 11/8; 3. Lulamba 11/10F
- 2.40 McCoys Contractors Juvenile Handicap Hurdle Race: 1. Saratoga 10/1; 2. Winston Junior 5/1; 3. Klycot 40/1
- 3.20 Trustmarque Ultima Handicap Chase: 1. Johnnywho 18/1; 2. Jagwar 3/1; 3. Quebecois 10/1
- 4.00 Unibet Champion Hurdle: 1. Lossiemouth 7/5F; 2. Brighterdaysahead 7/2; 3. The New Lion 3/1
- 4.40 Sun Racing Plate: 1. Madara 3/1F; 2. Will The Wise 10/1; 3. Moon D'orange 25/1
- 5.20 National Hunt Steeple Chase Challenge Cup: 1. Holloway Queen 12/1; 2. King Of Answers 22/1; 3. One Big Bang 11/1
Ladies Day Racecard and Upcoming Schedule
Wednesday's Ladies Day features a packed racecard, including the highly anticipated BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase. Key races include the Turners Novices’ Hurdle, Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase, and the Glenfarclas Cross Country Handicap Steeple Chase. The festival continues on Thursday with St Patrick's Thursday, highlighted by the Paddy Power Stayers' Hurdle and Ryanair Chase, before culminating on Gold Cup Day with the Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup Steeple Chase.
How to Watch the Cheltenham Festival on TV and Live Stream
Television coverage of the Cheltenham Festival is available through multiple platforms. ITV1 broadcasts the first six races of each day, while Racing TV offers full coverage, including the final race. Both providers offer live streams via their apps and websites. Additionally, some UK betting sites may provide streaming access, though this often requires placing a bet or having a funded account.
Ticket Availability and Pricing Information
Tickets for the festival are still available for the first three days, with options ranging from the Club Enclosure at £103.50 per day to the more affordable Best Mate enclosure at £54 per day. However, Gold Cup Day on Friday is sold out across all enclosures. Detailed ticket information can be accessed through the Jockey Club's official channels.
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