Ryanair Chase Tips

Taking place on Day 3 of the Cheltenham Festival, the Ryanair Chase is one of the most anticipated races of the day. The race has been going since 2005 with a Steeplechase format, meaning that the runners must overcome the obstacles on the track. By way of distance, the Ryanair Chase covers two miles and four and a half furlongs, with 17 fences included throughout.

Ryanair Chase Betting Odds

General betting tips form a big part of betting for Cheltenham Festival races, and the Ryanair Chase is no different. Before the race starts, you can complete research to better understand the latest odds.

4.10pm – TrustATrader Plate Handicap Chase (2m4½f)

The novices' handicap that Ginny's Destiny won here on Trials day continues to be red-hot form year on year. Several out of this year's race have already won. Next up can be THEATRE MAN, who chased the winner home while shaping like there was more to come. He comes here completely unexposed and with Harry Cobden in the saddle.

Selection: Theatre Man

About the Ryanair Chase

The Ryanair Chase started back in 2005, with the name adjusted from the Festival Trophy in 2006 when Ryanair was taken on as the race's sponsors. Originally this was listed as a Grade 2 race, but it has since been moved up to Grade 1. One of the main requirements of the race is that it is only open to horses aged five years or older.

Looking at the previous two years, the Ryanair Chase was dominated by Allaho with consecutive wins in 2022 and 2021. Dating further back, Albertas Run was the only runner to achieve two consecutive wins in 2010 and 2011.

Analysis and tips for the Ryanair Chase

The 2024 Ryanair Chase will be a highly anticipated meeting, with a range of contenders challenging for the top spot.

Since 2022, the only horse to have beaten El Fabiolo is Jonbon, who beat the horse by a neck at the 2022 Top Novices Hurdle in a race. El Fabiolo got his revenge by winning by five lengths in the Arkle last year.

Envoi Allen has a decent record at the festival, winning the Champion Bumper in 2019 and the Ballymore Novices' Hurdle in 2020. His other win at the festival came last year in the Ryanair Chase, other performances include a third in the 2022 Champion Chase and a fall in the Marsh Novices' Hurdle in 2021

Ryanair Chase Betting Tips

For the Ryanair Chase, there is an extensive range of betting options available for you to select from, including:

Win Bet - Correctly predict which horse you believe will win the 2023 Ryanair Chase

Each Way Bet - Consisting of two equal bets, one bet would cover a horse to win the Ryanair Chase, whilst the other bet would cover the place for it to finish.

Place Bet - Here, you can predict where you think the horse will finish. For example, you could bet on a horse to finish within the top 3 of the Ryanair Chase.

Ahead of the event beginning, you can consider some of the most influential factors as part of your betting strategy for the 2023 Ryanair Chase. Included within general Ryanair Chase betting tips are:

Form of Horses - Considering the form of each horse going into the race can be a good sign at how they are likely to perform and whether or not they should be favourites. This can include previous performances in the Ryanair Chase, alongside more recent runs in other races.

Value bets - If you’re unfamiliar with the term “Value betting, " it means that the odds offered are set higher and do not accurately represent the likelihood of the event occurring. Odds are likely to be updated in the build-up to the Ryanair Chase, so it is possible to find value bets ahead of time.

Budgeting - Set a budget for how much you want to use for the Ryanair Chase. Doing so can help to prevent big losses and improve your betting experience throughout Cheltenham.

For each race, several factors can influence the outcome of a race. If you’re considering betting on the Ryanair Chase, you can take into account the following:

Ground conditions - Depending on the weather that day, the ground conditions can change ahead of the Ryanair Chase. If the ground is wet, it is likely to result in horses running slower. Drier ground conditions lead to hard and firm surfaces, making it easier for horses to run. If they aren’t prepared for these conditions, it could influence the outcome of each runner.

Weight carried by the horse - This is sometimes referred to as a handicap, and is based on recent performances to balance the chances among competitors.

Jockey’s riding style - For each race, Jockey’s adopt different riding styles to influence how fast the horse races. This can also be tied to the course, implementing varying strategies to get the best result. Studying each Jockey’s riding style and previous performances in the Ryanair Chase can give you a better idea of how they will likely perform in the upcoming event.

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Chase Trends and Statistics

Looking at recent past winners of the Ryanair Chase, we can see that the following horses have won the Ryanair Chase; Allaho (2022 & 2021), Min (2020), Frodon (2019), Balko Des Flos (2018) and Un de Sceaux (2017).

Trends and statistics can give a better insight into how each horse is performing ahead of the upcoming Ryanair Chase. Punters often view Ryanair Chase trends to inform betting decisions, potentially pointing towards favourite contenders.

Before placing your bets for the Ryanair Chase, follow general Ryanair Chase tips to better understand the odds available and the runners participating in the race. This will help make more informed betting decisions but does not guarantee a successful win.

You can apply some of the horse racing betting tips above when selecting your bets for the Ryanair Chase.

The Ryanair Chase is among the most anticipated for the 2023 Cheltenham Festival, and it could be a well-contested race.

Ryanair Chase FAQ

How long is the Ryanair Chase?

The Ryanair Chase course is 2 miles and 4.5 furlongs long and includes a total of 17 fences.

What is the Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham?

Taking place on Day 3 of the Cheltenham Festival (Thursday, 16th March), the Ryanair Chase is the feature race for that day and it adopts a Steeplechase format.

Where can I place bets on the Ryanair Chase?

You can check out the betting odds and place bets on the race by checking out our Ryanair Chase betting odds

Who won the 2023 Ryanair Chase?

Envoi Allen was the winner of the 2023 race, coming into the race sat at 13/2, behind Shishkin in the betting odds. Envoi Allen currently sits at 10/3 to win the race once again.

2024 Stayers Hurdle Tips

The penultimate day of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival sees the long-distance hurdlers get their chance to shine on the new course at Cheltenham. Affectionately known by UK horse racing punters as St Patrick's Day at the Cheltenham Festival, it's also the home of the Stayers Hurdle. We'll have all the live horse racing betting markets here at Bet UK, so you'll never miss a beat during the 2024 Cheltenham Festival.

Stayers Hurdle Betting Odds

Check out our Cheltenham Betting Odds and place your UK horse racing bet on the Stayers Hurdle.

3.30pm – Paddy Power Stayers' Hurdle (Grade 1 - 3m)

What promised to be a refreshed division has an awfully familiar look to it. Last year, TEAHUPOO looked like the heir apparent when just coming up short and, a year old and having won readily on his only start this season, he can justify favouritism to land the Thursday feature.

Selection: Teahupoo

About The Stayers Hurdle

Contested over three miles and on the new course at Cheltenham, the Stayers Hurdle is one of the most popular markets in UK horse racing betting and, of course, in the Cheltenham Festival betting markets. Formerly known as the World Hurdle, this race takes in twelve hurdles and can be quite a task for horses if they lack the stamina to make it up the testing Cheltenham run in.

Stayers Hurdle Race Winner Tips

The Stayers Hurdle is the leading long-distance hurdle race in the national hunt UK horse racing calendar. We'll have all of the leading Cheltenham tips in the build-up to the main event, so you'll always be in the know when it comes to Cheltenham betting.

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Stayers Hurdle Recent Winners

Stayers Hurdle Top Trainers

When it comes to the Stayers Hurdle and looking at the Cheltenham Races online betting odds before the race, the top winning trainer hasn't played a big part in who has won the race in the last decade. Nine trainers have won this race in the last decade, looking at the stats. However, when it comes to trainers with the most wins, that's Paul Nicholls, thanks to the Big Bucks quadruple wins between 2009 and 2012.

Top Trainer Stats

Stayers Hurdle Top Jockeys

When it comes to the Stayers Hurdle, it's also worth considering which jockeys may be running on specific horses. However, given that no jockeys have won this race in consecutive years since Ruby Walsh unless you're choice in on the favourite, it could be a choice to avoid

Top Jockey Stats

Stayers Hurdle Trends

When putting together our Cheltenham tips and browsing the Cheltenham Betting markets, we also take into account recent race trends to help make our selections. If you prefer to consider horse racing betting odds when making your choice for the race, it may be worth noting that 42% of competitive runners in the race were over the odds of 14/1.

However, given that 72% of runners have also placed previously in a grade 1 race and 70% of runners in this race have graded race as their last win, the chances are you'll need to look for those as you browse our Cheltenham Betting Tips.

One other trend to monitor for this race is that 70% of runners had fewer than five stars in the current racing season before featuring at the Cheltenham Festival, so we'd suggest looking for horses who have been lightly run this season before placing your bets.

Stayers Hurdle FAQs

History of the Queen Mother Champion Chase

The Stayers Hurdle is the highlight race that is run on the third day of the Cheltenham Festival. First open to runners in 1912, the name of the race was later changed to the World Hurdle before being reverted to the more familiar name.

Which horse has been the most victorious in the Stayers Hurdle?

Between 2009 and 2012, Big Bucks and Ruby Walsh won this race on four consecutive occasions.

Who is the most successful Stayers Hurdle trainer?

Thanks to those four wins from Big Bucks, this accolade falls to trainer Paul Nicholls.

How long is the Stayers Hurdle?

The Stayers Hurdle is contested over three miles, and horses will take in twelve hurdles around Prestbury Park.

What is the prize money for the Stayers Hurdle?

The purse on offer for the Stayers Hurdle is £325,000 and £182,878 of that will go to winner.

What time is the Stayers Hurdle?

The race will take place on Cheltenham's St Patricks Day, (day three) at 3:30pm.

How many runners are there in the Queen Mother Champion Chase?

In the 2023 Stayers Hurdle, 11 runners went to post, and we expect to see a similar number of runners in the 2024 race.

Is the Champion Chase broadcast on TV?

Like all of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival, the Stayers Hurdle will be shown on ITV.

Where can I bet on the Stayers Hurdle?

Right here at Bet UK! We'll offer all of the top UK horse racing betting markets for the 2024 Cheltenham Festival so that you can browse our Cheltenham Betting tips and head over to our online betting pages.

Who won the 2023 Stayers Hurdle?

The 2023 running of this race was won by Sire Du Berlais, the legendary 11-year-old won the race for Mark Walsh at odds of 33/1, demonstrating that even at high odds, you can't write off any horse.

*All odds from Bet UK’s online betting markets correct at the time of writing.

Kim Muir Handicap Chase

The Kim Muir Handicap Chase is a Grade 3 National Hunt chase at the Cheltenham Festival open to horses aged five years or older. The race is run over three miles and two furlongs, with sixteen fences to jump.

Kim Muir Handicap Chase Betting Odds

For the best chance of some returns in the Kim Muir, do some digging! Researching betting tips can help identify profitable horses and provide insight into the likeliest runners and riders to win a race. In addition, tips on reading the form and assessing other factors, such as track conditions, can also be useful.

5.30pm – Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Amateur Jockeys' Handicap Chase Tips (3m2f)

Ben Pauling's Twig was an excellent second in Tuesday's Ultima Handicap which may explain why he was waited for the Kim Muir for BOWTOGREATNESS. This horse has been a staying handicap chase project all season, and he shaped like the best horse when third at Kempton last time. This is an easier race than the Ultima, and there has been more buzz about this horse than there was about Twig.

Selection: Bowtogreatness

Understanding the Kim Muir Handicap Chase

The Kim Muir Handicap Chase is a National Hunt race that was first run in 1945. It was originally classified as a Class B race but is now considered a Listed Race, which features horses not good enough to run in Group/Grade 1, 2 or 3 races but ones that are pushing to make the step up to that level. Famous names such as Arkle, Desert Orchid and Best Mate have won this race.

There are several key factors which can affect the outcome of this race. A lot of emphasis focuses on the going of the ground, especially given the distance of the race. Jumping ability is also an essential factor.

Top Kim Muir Handicap Chase Contenders

The Kim Muir Handicap Chase is the final race on the third day of the Cheltenham Festival. However, as it stands, the ante post odds haven't been narrowed down to the smaller field and there are still 80+ horses in the field. As it stands, Inothewayurthinkin, Perceval Legallois and Good Time Jonny are the top three in the field but all that will change before the festival itself.

Kim Muir Handicap Chase Tips

Here are the different types of Kim Muir Handicap Chase betting tips available:

Win Bet

If your chosen horse crosses the finish line first, you win your bet!

Each Way Bet

An Each Way Bet splits one stake into two, with the first part used to back a selection to win and the second backing it to place. Most races have three places paid out, but over the Cheltenham Festival, special offers will likely increase the number to four, five, six, or even seven places, depending on the size of the field.

Place Bet

A Place Bet allows the bettor to win money if their chosen horse finishes either first, second, or third in a race, depending on how many runners start the race. The odds for a Place Bet are always lower than those of a Win Bet.

Strategies for betting on the Kim Muir Handicap Chase

The Kim Muir Chase offers up several strategies to make the most of your best bets.

Next, look at the betting markets for each horse – what is their odds of winning? Consider if there are any long shots that present good value – these can often be more profitable than the favourites. Also look for horses that have been overlooked by the bookmakers and offer good value for money.

Tips for Assessing the Form of the Horses

Research the form and pedigree of each horse

Look at its previous history in similar races. Make sure you know the conditions under which the race will be run and consider any factors that could affect performance, such as ground conditions or weather.

Identifying the Value Bets

When determining which horses will likely provide the best value, pay close scrutiny to the odds. If two horses have similar form, but one has noticeably better odds, it could indicate that this horse is providing more value than its competitor.

Bankroll Management

It is essential to manage your bankroll effectively – set a budget and stick to it no matter how tempting it may be to chase your losses.

Factors to Consider When Placing a Bet

There are plenty of elements to take into account before placing a bet. They include:

Ground Conditions

The turf's composition can significantly impact the outcome of a horse race, particularly at the Cheltenham Festival, where there are big fields and long distances. Ground conditions are the physical characteristics of the track, such as its moisture content and firmness. The softer it is, the more stamina is required by the horse.

Weight Carried by the Horse

Weight is an essential factor to consider. If a horse is carrying more than it usually would, it may tire quicker and finish further back than it would typically. Conversely, a lighter load could give a horse extra strength and speed, allowing it to finish higher up the field. Be aware of any significant changes in weight before placing your bet.

Jockey's Riding Style

The jockey's riding style can get the most out of specific horses. Jockeys with previous relationships on horses best know how to position them for maximum speed and efficiency around tight turns and long stretches.

Kim Muir Handicap Chase Tips Trends and Statistics

• Nine of the last ten winners of this race had won no more than two chases previously.
• Ten of the last 15 winners had failed to register a victory during the season.
• Only one of the previous ten winners was a favourite.

How to Use Trends and Statistics to finalise your predictions

Trends in the world of horse racing can be a valuable tool for helping inform your bets. Look for trends that overlap and intersect each other. This could include jockey/trainer combinations or certain tracks that tend to perform well with certain horses. By looking for these overlaps, you can get an indication of which horses might be the best bets in a particular race.

Look at past performances and identify any trends in the horse's performance. Consider how the horse reacts when placed in certain situations or on different tracks. This can help you determine which horses have an advantage over others, allowing you to make more informed betting decisions.

Final Tip: Kim Muir Handicap Chase

Betting on horses is risky, and the odds of winning are pretty slim. It is essential to employ a full arsenal of knowledge when betting to maximise your chances of success. That knowledge can be acquired through quality and well-researched betting tips.

Kim Muir Handicap Chase FAQs

When is the Kim Muir Handicap Chase?

The Kim Muir Handicap Chase takes place at 5.30 pm on Thursday 14th, March.

Who is the Favourite to Win the 2024 Renewal?

The current favourite to win the Kim Muir Handicap Chase is Stumptown, trained by Gavin Cromwell.

Who Won the 2022 Renewal of the Kim Muir Handicap Chase?

The 2022 champion of this race was Maskada, who condemned Rebel Gold to two successive second-placed finishes after it was runner-up in 2021.

What is the Distance of the Kim Muir Handicap Chase?

Horses battle it out over an exhausting 3-mile 2-furlong course.

Who is the Most Successful Trainer in the Kim Muir Handicap Chase?

Legendary trainer Fred Rimmel managed to train four winners of this race, beginning in the 1950s - Mighty Fine (1951), Gay Monarch II (1955), Nicolaus Silver (1961), and Double Negative (1977).

Mares Novices’ Hurdle Betting Tips

The Mares Novices' Hurdle is a Grade 2 hurdle race open to mares (females) aged four years and older. The race currently covers about two miles and four furlongs (3,914 meters). It is the only Grade 1 hurdle race open solely to mares in Britain and offers one of the most prestigious prizes in National Hunt Racing.

Mares Novices Hurdle Betting Odds

Got your betting tips ready for the big event? The more research you do, the better placed you are to profit!

4.50pm – Ryanair Mares' Novices' Hurdle (Grade 2 - 2m1f)

Fergal O'Brien is yet to train a Cheltenham Festival winner, but that can change here with DYSART ENOS. She has a little bit to find with the leading contenders on form, but has been beating lesser opposition really convincingly and testing conditions would pose no problems as it was soft ground when she won at Cheltenham in December.

Selection: Dysart Enos

Understanding the Mares' Novices Hurdle

The race was first run in 2016 and was upgraded to Grade 2 status in 2020, having been a Listed race. The race's inaugural running was won by Limini, ridden by Ruby Walsh and trained by Willie Mullins.

The horse's skill, the jockey's experience, track conditions, and other factors can all shape the outcome of a race. We will go into further depth, analysing the key players and much more, below.

Top Mares' Novices Hurdle Contenders

Brighterdaysahead can't really have many brighter days than it's previous runs, winning every race in convincing fashion and it's the favourite in this race for good reason. There are four races across the week that this mare is entered for but when it is confirmed for the Mares' Novices Hurdle, we'll likely see the price shrink significantly from the 13/8 that we see in the ante post odds.

However, this high-performing Mare isn't the only top contender for this race, as Jade De Grugy and Dysart Enos sit under 5/1. The French horse comes into the race unbeaten while the Irish Enos narrowly missed out in it's first ever race back in 2022 but has dominated the circuit since, winning 6 races in a row.

Mares' Novices Hurdle Betting Tips

There are several different bets to explore when betting on the Mares' Novices Hurdle, including:

Win Bet A win bet is the most straightforward type of wager available for horse racing. This bet requires you to pick a single horse in a race, and if that horse crosses the finish line first, then you win. The payoff odds for your selection depend on how likely it is to win; a heavy favourite will pay much less than an outsider.

Each Way Bet When it comes to horse racing, an each way bet consists of two separate parts; one part is a win bet, and the other part is a place bet. The win portion of the bet pays out if your selected horse finishes first in the race. The place portion of the bet pays out if your selected horse finishes in the top three or four finishers, depending on the field size.

Place Bet A place bet pays out if your chosen horse ends up in any of the nominated places.

Strategies for choosing tips on the Mares' Novices' Hurdle

Betting on this race can be tricky, given the race's nature and the field's size. To give yourself the best chance of success when betting on the Mares' Novices' Hurdle, here are some strategies to consider:

Assessing the Form of the Horses Assessing the form of a horse in a race is essential if you want to make informed betting decisions. For starters, look at the past performances of the horse. See how it has done in its most recent races and look for patterns such as winning streaks or changes in speed or distance.

Identify Value Bets To find value in a bet, there is a process involved. Assess a race and the horses running in it, then identify which horses offer the best value for their odds. It would help if you looked at factors such as form, class, track conditions, pace scenarios, and trainer/jockey strategies.

Bankroll Management Bankroll management helps track how much you're spending on bets and ensures you don't bet more than you can afford. It also encourages disciplined betting by setting limits, which can benefit you in the longer term.

Factors to Consider When Placing a Tips

Remember, a horse race is a complex algorithm to solve, with the best contenders fighting it over long distances. To give yourself the best chance of success, it may be worth considering these factors:

Ground Conditions Subtle differences in the turf's composition can have a major impact on how fast a horse can run, how far and for how long it can maintain its speed, and its chances of completing the race.

Weight Carried By The Horse The weight attached to a horse is called a handicap. The handicap is based on past performances, age, and other factors that may affect its ability to compete. Your job is to establish whether the handicap is fair, relative to what it has achieved.

Jockey's Riding Style Does the rider like to wait for the home straight before unleashing the horse's potential? Or do they like to lead from the front? A lot will depend on the relationship between the horse and the rider, too, in determining how a jockey approaches a race. It would help if you determined whether the match-up will likely benefit or hinder the horse in the race.

Mares' Novice Hurdle Trends and Statistics

• Four of the last six winners of this race were bred in France, and the other two were bred in Ireland.
• The bookmakers have primarily got this one right since the race's inception, with five of the last six winners priced at 5/1 or under.
• Four of the previous six winners were five years-old.

Mares Novices Hurdle FAQs

When is the Mares' Novices Hurdle?

The Mares' Novices Hurdle takes place at 4.50 pm on Thursday 14th, March.

Who is the Favourite to Win the 2024 Renewal?

The current favourite to win the Mares' Novices Hurdle is Brighterdaysahead, trained by Gordon Elliott.

Who Won the 2023 Renewal of the Mares' Novices Hurdle?

The 2023 champion of this race was You Wear It Well, the 16/1 mare defied the odds to win the race for Jamie Snowden.

What is the Distance of the Mares' Novices Hurdle?

Horses stretch their legs over a relatively short 2-mile 1-furlong course.

Who is the Most Successful Trainer in the Mares' Novices Hurdle?

Willie Mullins is the most successful trainer in this race, with five winners from eight attempts.

Pertemps Network Final Tips

The Pertemps Network Final is the second race on day three of the 2023 Cheltenham Festival. It is a handicap hurdle over 3m, and it takes place over the New Course at Prestbury Park.

A maximum of 24 runners will take part, with the final field set to be announced 48 hours before. A total of 12 flights of hurdles face those involved in this premier handicap contest.

Pertemps Network Final Betting Odds

Jonjo O’Neill has won the Pertemps Network Final more times than any other trainer. The Jackdaws Castle man is set to saddle An Tailliur this year, while the likes of Gordon Elliott, Willie Mullins and Gavin Cromwell all have runners.

2.10pm – Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle (3m)

A lot has been made of the testing ground this week, but it was nearly as soft on the Wednesday two years ago when FAROUK D'ALENE shaped really well in the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase. He might have been second behind L'Homme Presse that day, but fell two out. He has a lot of other form in deep ground so should have no issue with conditions, while Rob James takes off an additional 7lb from the topweight's welter burden.

Selection: Farouk D'Alene

Turners Novices' Chase Betting Tips

The Turners Novices' Chase is a Grade 1 National Hunt steeplechase, or jump race on day three of the Cheltenham Festival. The race is run over two miles and three furlongs and typically features horses aged five or older.

Turners Novices Chase Betting Odds

Have you got your horse racing betting tips ready to go? They can provide information on which horses have the most potential to win a race and which jockeys have the experience and skills to make them successful. They can also be used to identify trends in the betting markets, helping to place possible value bets and maximising returns.

1.30pm – Turners Novices' Chase (Grade 1, 2m4f)

Hype horses Facile Vega and Grey Dawning are respected, but there is just as much substance to GINNY'S DESTINY, who has been bossing it around Cheltenham all season. He won a handicap in good style from a mark of 147 last time, which closely mirrors how last year's winner Stage Star, also trained by Paul Nicholls, came into the race.

Selection: Ginny's Destiny

Understanding the Turners Novices' Chase

It was first run in 2011 and has been a plaything of Irish trainers and racehorses ever since. A team from the Emerald Isle has won all but three renewal editions since its inception.

The horse's age, physical condition, and previous experience are essential to predicting the race outcome. Get the most precise picture by taking your race research seriously ahead of the starter's call.

Top Turners Novices' Chase Contenders

Fact to File sits as the heavy favourite coming into the race after wins in Leopardstown in December and February. Last time out at Cheltenham, Fact to File was the favourite but fell short, finishing second in the Champion Bumper behind the horse - a Dream to Share. Worth noting that in it's last race, Fact to File came into the race as the second favourite in a two horse race against Gaelic Warrior and won after several mistakes from the opposition horse, the final of which saw Paul Townend unseated.

We think the main competitor for Fact to File here will be Ginny's Destiny. Whose last four runs have come at the Cheltenham racecourse. A poor performance in October has been followed up by three victories on the course in a row, including a win against second favourite Grey Dawning.

Turners Novices' Chase Betting Tips

Follow your Turners Novices' Chase betting tips by following through with a few of them, outlined below:

Win Bet Back the selection you think will cross the finishing post first. You receive a payout if the chosen horse wins but do not receive anything should the horse finish second or worse.

Each Way Bet An Each Way bet is a popular horse racing bet that provides insurance against losing your entire stake. It consists of two parts: a win and a place portion. The win portion pays out if your selected horse finishes first, and the place portion pays out if your chosen horse finishes first or within the top places defined pre-race.

Place Bet There are a variety of strategies that can be employed when betting on horse racing, however, the most successful and commonly used methods include:

Research Doing your homework is critical if you want to be successful at betting on horses. Studying form, understanding the conditions of each race and researching the horses' past performances are all crucial components of research before making any bets.

Favourites and Value Betting on the favourite is not always the best option in horse racing, which is why experienced punters often look for value in horses with longer odds. Try to find a balance between betting on favourites to ensure you have enough chances of success whilst still looking for value by backing horses with longer odds.

Money Management Always setting limits for how much money you are willing to bet at any one time is integral to money management. Allocating funds appropriately, understanding your tolerance for risk and developing a budget are all essential to successful horse racing betting.

Factors to Consider When Placing a Bet In addition to researching the form of each horse taking part in a race and its past performance, certain other elements should be considered before placing a bet on horse racing. These include studying the track conditions, analysing the jockey's performance, looking at the odds and more.

Ground Conditions Track condition is one of the essential elements to consider before placing a bet. Different tracks have different surfaces, and some courses may suit certain types of horses while hindering others. That's why it could pay to watch out for weather conditions ahead of the festival. The wetter it is, the more it will suit horses with stamina, while the drier it is, the likelier it is to suit speedsters.

Horse Handicap How fairly has the handicapper been at the weights? If you feel your selection has been unfairly punished at the weights, it could be worth steering clear. Likewise, if you think a horse has got away with punishment from the handicapper and is light at the weights, you could identify value.

Jockey's Riding Style The jockey's performance should also be taken into account. An experienced and capable jockey can make the difference between success and failure. It is, therefore, essential to keep up with the latest news on the jockeys, their previous performances, and any other relevant information that could impact their current race.

Turners Novices' Chase Betting Trends and Statistics

The best Turners Novices' Chase betting trends and statistics may help you paint a picture of what to expect ahead of the race.

• Don't expect any shocks. Nine of the last 12 winners were priced at 7/1 or shorter.
• Eleven of the previous 13 winners had won at least two races over fences.
• The Irish dominate this race, with Ten of the last 13 winners coming from Irish stables.

Turners Novices Chase: FAQs

When is the Turners Novices' Chase?

The Turners Novices' Chase takes place at 1.30 pm on Thursday 14th, March – the first race of the festival’s penultimate day.

Who is the Favourite to Win the 2024 Renewal?

The current favourite to win the Turners Novices' Chase is Fact To File.

Who Won the 2023 Renewal of the Turners Novices' Chase?

The 2023 champion of this race was Stage Star, the Paul Nicholls trainer horse rode to victory with ease ahead of the likes of Mighty Potter and Appreciate It.

What is the Distance of the Turners Novices' Chase?

Watch your selection fight it out over a sharp 2 mile 3 furlong distance.

Who is the Most Successful Trainer in the Turners Novices' Chase?

Irish trainer Willie Mullins holds the record for the most Turners Novices' Chase wins, with four wins.

Festival Plate Handicap Chase Tips

The fifth race on day three of the 2023 Cheltenham Festival is the Festival Plate Handicap Chase. It takes place over 2m4½f on the New Course at Prestbury Park, and it is open to five-year-olds and above.

A maximum of 24 runners will remain in this field at the final declaration stage and they will jump 17 fences.

Festival Plate Handicap Chase Betting Odds

Nicky Henderson is one of three trainers who have been successful four times in this contest, although his last victory was way back in 2006.

Henderson, Paul Nicholls, Willie Mullins and Dan Skelton all have leading entries this year.

4.10pm – TrustATrader Plate Handicap Chase Tips (2m4½f)

The novices' handicap that Ginny's Destiny won here on Trials day continues to be red-hot form year on year. Several out of this year's race have already won. Next up can be THEATRE MAN, who chased the winner home while shaping like there was more to come. He comes here completely unexposed and with Harry Cobden in the saddle.

Selection: Theatre Man