Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Day 2 Betting & Odds

Ladies’ Day Betting at Ladbrokes

Cheltenham Festival 2026 Day 2 - Ladies’ Day - brings another full card of top-class National Hunt racing and excellent betting opportunities. With a mix of Grade 1 contests, big-field handicaps and stamina tests, Wednesday’s racing offers plenty of value markets and high-profile betting angles.

For Cheltenham Festival Wednesday betting odds, Ladbrokes provides competitive pricing across all seven races, including ante-post markets, non-runner no bet options, enhanced prices, and accumulator specials.

Ladies’ Day runs on Wednesday 11 March 2026, with racing starting from 13:20 and the final race at 17:20.

Cheltenham Day 2 Race Schedule & Betting Guide

13:20 – Turners Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, 2 m 5 f)

A high-class hurdle for rising novice stayers. Often serves as a strong early accumulator leg.

14:00 – Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase (Grade 1, 3 m 1 f)

Top novice chasers step up in trip over a stiff three-mile test. A key betting race where staying potential and jumping accuracy matter.

14:40 – The Cup Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap, 2 m 5 f)

A big-field handicap hurdle and one of the most competitive betting contests of the week. Handicappers and each-way players will find plenty to analyse.

15:20 – Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase (Cross Country, 3 m 5½ f)

A unique cross-country challenge that tests bold jumping and stamina. These distances and obstacles often produce surprise betting results.

16:00 – BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase (Grade 1, 2 m)

The feature race of Day 2, this Grade 1 two-mile chase is one of the most prestigious events at the Festival. The Queen Mother Champion Chase showcases elite speed, tactical precision and top-tier chasers going head-to-head.

16:40 – The Debenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Handicap Chase (Handicap, 2 m)

A fast-paced handicap chase with a rich Festival history. The Grand Annual is perfect for each-way betting and big-field pace analysis.

17:20 – Weatherbys Champion Bumper (Grade 1, 2 m)

The concluding race is a Grade 1 NH Flat Race, often featuring future stars before they switch to hurdles or fences. Great value and novelty betting options.

How to Bet on Cheltenham Wednesday with Ladbrokes

Bet all seven Wednesday races with Ladbrokes and enjoy a range of markets:

Win & Each-Way Bets
Ante-Post Betting
Non-Runner No Bet (NRNB)
Enhanced Place Specials
Forecast & Tricast
Accumulators Across the Card

Ladbrokes online and in-app betting ensures you can view live odds, place bets instantly, and track markets throughout the afternoon.

Cheltenham Day 2 Offers & Specials

Expect a strong suite of Cheltenham promotions, including:

Price Boosts on Feature Races
Extra Place Promotions in Large Handicaps
Accumulator Insurance & Money-Back Specials

Check the Ladbrokes offers page on the day for the latest value enhancements.

Cheltenham Day 2 FAQs

When is Ladies’ Day at Cheltenham 2026? - Ladies’ Day is on Wednesday 11 March 2026.
What is the feature race on Day 2? - The highlight is the BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase at 16:00.
How many races are on Wednesday? - There are seven races, beginning at 13:20 and finishing at 17:20.
Can I bet on all Day 2 races online? - Yes, Ladbrokes online and app platforms provide markets on all races throughout the day.
What is NRNB? - Non-Runner No Bet (NRNB) refunds your stake if your selection doesn’t run, perfect for ante-post wagering.

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Back every race on Cheltenham Festival 2026 Day 2 (Ladies’ Day) with Ladbrokes — with sharp odds, strong markets and race specials for every contest across the card.