Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Day 1 Betting & Odds

Champion Day Betting at Ladbrokes

The first day of the Cheltenham Festival 2026, known as Champion Day, kicks off four days of world-class National Hunt racing. With seven races from the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle through to the marathon National Hunt Chase, Tuesday delivers major betting opportunities and plenty of drama.

For Cheltenham Festival Tuesday betting odds, Ladbrokes offers competitive pricing across all races, including enhanced places, ante-post markets, non-runner no bet options, and specials tailored to Champion Day action.

Cheltenham Day 1 Race Schedule & Betting Guide (Tuesday 10 March 2026)

13:20 – Supreme Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, 2 m)

The opening contest and traditional “Cheltenham Roar” race. A Grade 1 hurdle for the top novice hurdlers and a key early betting target.

14:00 – Arkle Novices’ Chase (Grade 1, 2 m)

A highlight for two-mile novice chasers where speed and jumping precision are essential. Great for head-to-head and without-the-favourite plays.

14:40 – Fred Winter Juvenile Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap, 2 m 1/2 f)

Competitive handicap hurdle for four-year-olds. Big fields and open betting make this a lively market early in the day.

15:20 – Ultima Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap, 3 m 1 f)

Staying handicappers take centre stage. The Ultima often throws up big-priced horses and plenty of betting angles.

16:00 – Champion Hurdle (Grade 1, 2 m)

The marquee Champion Day contest and one of the Festival’s most bet-on races. The Champion Hurdle crowns the season’s best two-mile hurdler and attracts major market interest.

16:40 – Plate Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap, 2 m 4 f)

A strategic handicap chase where stamina and jumping consistency pay off. A key race in mid-afternoon markets.

17:20 – National Hunt Novices’ Chase (Novices’ Handicap, 3 m 6 f)

Champion Day finishes with a real stamina test. This staying novices’ chase often features ambitious horses stepping up in trip.

How to Bet on Cheltenham Tuesday with Ladbrokes

Bet all seven Champion Day races with Ladbrokes and enjoy a wide variety of markets:

Win & Each-Way Bets
Ante-Post Betting
Non-Runner No Bet (NRNB)
Enhanced Place Specials
Forecast, Tricast & Multiples

With online and app access, you can view live odds, place bets instantly, and track markets from anywhere.

Cheltenham Day 1 Offers & Specials

Ladbrokes prepares special pricing and promotions throughout Champion Day, including:

Price Boosts on Feature Races
Extra Place Races in Handicaps
Money-Back Offers
Accumulator Insurance

Check Ladbrokes on the day for the latest odds boosts and race specials.

Cheltenham Day 1 FAQs

When is Champion Day at Cheltenham 2026? - Champion Day takes place on Tuesday 10 March 2026.
How many races are on Day 1? - There are seven races, running from around 13:20 to 17:20.
What is the main race of the day? - The Champion Hurdle is the headline contest at approximately 16:00.
Can I bet on all Tuesday races online? - Yes, Ladbrokes bookmakers and the Ladbrokes app offer online betting on all seven Day 1 races.
What is Non-Runner No Bet (NRNB)? - If your selection doesn’t run, your stake is refunded, useful in ante-post markets.

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Back every race on Cheltenham Festival 2026 Day 1 (Champion Day) with Ladbrokes — competitive odds, extensive markets and race specials give you all you need for a strong start to the Festival.