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Cheltenham Day 4 Tips - Gold Cup Day

Friday at the Cheltenham Festival is arguably the most anticipated of the four days of horse racing, as the featured race of the Cheltenham Gold Cup is the best-known of the whole event, and is a highlight of the national hunt season. Cheltenham Festival day 4 also presents the last opportunity for seasoned bettors to try and turn a profit, and also generates interest from the less-experienced members of the public who are looking to have a flutter based on the latest Gold Cup odds.

The New Course plays host to several of the biggest races at the festival throughout day 4, including the Triumph Hurdle, County Hurdle, Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle, Hunters’ Chase, Mares’ Chase, and the Martin Pipe Handicap Hurdle. However, these are all dwarfed by the Cheltenham Gold Cup, the most famous race of the festival, and the showpiece event on the final day.

Albert Bartlett Novices Hurdle Tips & Prediction

The third race on day four of the 2023 Cheltenham Festival is the Albert Bartlett Novices’ Chase. It is a Grade One contest that takes place over 3m on the New Course at Prestbury Park and is open to novice hurdlers.

Albert Bartlett Novices Hurdle Betting Odds

A maximum of 20 runners can contest this novice hurdles race. It was first introduced to the schedule in 2005 and since then it has been won by the likes of Bobs Worth, Penhill and Minella Indo.

Willie Mullins holds the record for the most wins in the race as a trainer. The Irishman brought his tally up to three wins in 2022 when The Nice Guy was successful on the final day of the meeting.

Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle 2024 Tips

Dancing City won the Nathaniel Lacy & Partners Solicitors Novice Hurdle at the Dublin Racing Festival, and whilst that race has not produced any winners of the Albert Bartlett, it looked a good renewal this year; he could be the one to break the trend. He was the outsider of the field but he looked so much better stepping up in trip and saw off his rivals easily.

Selection: Dancing City

Cheltenham Gold Cup Tips & Predictions

Cheltenham Gold Cup Tips

The biggest highlight of the Cheltenham Festival and the national hunt season as a whole is the Cheltenham Gold Cup. Run on the festival's final day, it brings the curtain down on the greatest show on turf and gives online betting punters one last chance to place a bet on a Grade one race.

Gold Cup Betting Odds

Here at Bet UK, we'll have all of the UK horse racing betting odds in the build-up to the 2024 Cheltenham Festival, including horse racing markets for the Champion Chase and the Stayers Hurdle. So whether you're betting on the ante-post favourite or you're waiting until race day, we've got you covered.

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15.30 - Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1, 3m2½f)

Winning back-to-back Gold Cups is no easy task, but it’s hard to see anything else but Galopin Des Champs retaining his crown. He’s coming in with better form than he did last year, with two superb performances in the Savills Chase and the Irish Gold Cup. He managed to beat Fastorslow in the Irish Gold Cup, which would have been a huge boost for connections, having been beaten by him twice in the last year.

Selection: Galopin Des Champs

About The Cheltenham Gold Cup

Held annually on the closing day of the Cheltenham Festival, the Gold Cup is not only the highlight race of the week but also the UK horse racing calendar. Contested over three miles, it takes in 22 fences and is run on the new course at Cheltenham. Open to horses who are aged five years and over, many winners of the King George VI Chase at Kempton make this race the next on their agenda.

Cheltenham Gold Cup Race Winner Tips

In our Bet UK 2024 Cheltenham Festival build-up, we'll be offering Cheltenham Tips for all of the featured races, including the Queen Mother Champion Chase, Stayers Hurdle, Supreme Novices Hurdle and of course, The Gold Cup. Check back each day of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival, and we'll have daily betting tips as well as the latest betting odds and markets.

Cheltenham Gold Cup Recent Winners

YearHorseWinning Trainer
2023Galopin Des ChampsWillie Mullins
2022A Plus TardHenry de Bromhead
2021Minella IndoHenry de Bromhead
2020Al Boum PhotoWillie Mullins
2019Al Boum PhotoWillie Mullins
2018Native RiverColin Tizzard
2017Sizing JohnJessica Harrington
2016Don CossackGordon Elliott
2015ConeygreeMark Bradstock
2014Lord WindermereJim Culloty
2013Bobs WorthNicky Henderson
2012SynchronizedJonjo O'Neill

Cheltenham Gold Cup Top Trainers

When it comes to the Cheltenham Gold Cup, the trainer who stands out with the most winners in Paul Nicholls thanks to victories from national hunting legends Kauto Star and Denman in the late 2010s. However, in recent years, it's been Willie Mullins, whose name has shone brightest, with consecutive wins from Al Boum Photo.

Top Trainer Stats

TrainerR-W-P Stats
Paul Nicholls35-3-10
W P Mullins32-3-10
Nicky Henderson16-2-6
Henry De Bromhead10-2-4
Gordon Elliott7-1-2
Jonjo O’Neill10-1-4

Top Cheltenham Gold Cup Jockey

When it comes to the course at Cheltenham, it isn't just the horse that punters will need to consider; you'll also need to look at the man or woman in the saddle. Looking back at the Cheltenham Festival as a whole, it's hard to ignore the form of Ruby Walsh. However, when it comes to the Gold Cup itself, names like Paul Townend and Davy Russell could surprise the betting.

Top Jockey Stats

JockeyR-W-P Stats
Paul Townend11-3-4
Paddy Brennan7-1-1
Nico De Boinville7-1-3
Robbie Power5-1-3
Rachael Blackmore4-1-2

Cheltenham Gold Cup Trends

When looking at the horses heading to post in the 2023 Cheltenham Gold Cup, there are some trends that bettors may like to follow. The first is that 72% of runners have won within their last four starts on a racecourse, and 78% of runners also didn't feature within the last 30 days.

If you're backing the favourite, then it might not always be the best option as in the last five renewals, they've only passed the post first once. However, if it's betting odds you prefer, then 81% of runners went off at no bigger than 8/1 last time out, so the smaller the odds, the better when it comes to this race.

Another factor that bettors may want to consider is that Kempton and Leopardstown have provided the most winners for the Gold Cup, so it's always worth taking results from Grade One Chase races at those courses into account.

Cheltenham Gold Cup FAQs

Who won the 2023 Cheltenham Gold Cup?

The 2023 running of the Cheltenham Gold Cup was won by ** Galopin Des Champs**.

Which horse has won the Gold Cup the most?

Gold Miller won this race on five consecutive occasions between 1932 and 1936.

Who is the most successful trainer in the Cheltenham Gold Cup?

With five wins to his name, it's Tom Dreaper who is the most successful trainer with five wins from Prince Regent, Arkle and Fort Leney.

How long is the Gold Cup?

The distance of the Cheltenham Gold Cup is three miles, two and a half furlongs, and it takes in 22 fences.

What is the prize money for the Cheltenham Gold Cup?

The prize pot on offer for the Cheltenham Gold Cup is £625,000 with the winner getting £351,688.

What time is the Cheltenham Gold Cup?

The race is featured on day four of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival and gets underway at 15:30 pm.

How many runners are there in the Cheltenham Gold Cup?

Seven horses took part in the 2023 renewal of the Cheltenham Gold Cup, and it's expected a similar number will head to post for the 2024 race in March.

Is the Champion Chase broadcast on TV?

The 2024 running of the Cheltenham Gold Cup will be broadcast on ITV.

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

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County Hurdle Tips & Predictions

The County Hurdle Betting Tips

The County Hurdle is open to horses aged five years or older and is a Grade 3 race that takes place on the final day of Cheltenham.

Get your eggs in a row ahead of the race and find the best County Hurdle betting tips! Whether finding expert insight from legends of the sport or compiling tips through independent research, preparing properly is the best method of ensuring an enjoyable and exciting festival.

County Hurdle Betting Odds

14.10 - BetMGM County Handicap Hurdle (2m 1f)

Dan Skelton & Willie Mullins have dominated this race in recent years, but this year could see a change, and it may be Paul Nicholls who wins the County Hurdle. Afadil came into the season looking very well handicapped, after ending last season with an impressive win. It’s taken a while for him to get going this season, but he looked back to his best last time out at Musselburgh, and could run a big race here.

Selection: Afadil

Understanding County Hurdle Tips

The Cheltenham Festival hosted the first-ever County Hurdle in 1920. For years, it was the curtain closer to the event. However, a re-jigging of the order in 2009 means it is now scheduled for 2.10 pm on 17th March.

A sharp contest over 2 miles and 1 furlong with 20+ entrants, the County Hurdle has been popular for the bigger-priced winners over the years, unsurprisingly, given the number of runners in the field.

A clear run around the course and fleet-of-footedness away from the jumps are essential to success in this race.

Top County Hurdle Contenders

At the time of writing, King of Kingsfield heads the betting in the County Hurdle, while Iberico Lord and Absurde are second and third favourites, respectively.

The Gordon Elliott-trained King of Kingsfield was a 12/1 outsider in the recent Tattersalls Ireland 50th Derby Sale Novice Hurdle at Leopardstown on 4th February but was bested by Ballyburn and Slade Steel, who will be racing elsewhere at the Cheltenham Festival. The horse may run in the Supreme Novices' Hurdle which would be a step too far for the horse in our opinion. However, it should find that this Premier Handicap suits the horse well.

As it stands, over 80 horses are still entered into the race, so it could be well worth waiting until Sunday before making a bet.

County Hurdle Betting Tips

How can County Hurdle betting tips best be followed up?

Win Bet Pick the winner and get paid out at the respective odds if it wins.

Each Way Bet Two bets - one half of the total stake used for the Win Part of the bet and the other used for the Place Part. If the horse finishes second, the Place Part will return winnings according to the predefined odds calculation.

Place Bet The total stake is placed on the horse to finish in the places. You will not be paid out at the winning odds if it wins.

Strategies for Betting on the County Hurdle There are several valuable approaches to give yourself the best chance of returning from Cheltenham with a profit!

Assessing the Form of the Horses Has it been on a winning run? How does the form match up to its rivals? Have any of the rivals it has faced in previous races gone on to beat anything of note? These are all essential considerations when painting the picture of a horse in form.

Identifying the Value Bets Use the horse's form to locate the best bets. If a horse has won five times in a row and the form holds up, but it is still priced in double figures, this could represent excellent value.

Bankroll Management Set limits to your losses before the festival to ensure a fun and safe experience!

Factors to Consider When Placing a Bet All of these factors could also fall under your betting strategy:

Ground Conditions There are seven types of ground classifications in the UK horse racing sphere. Your horse may have past form that indicates a preference for the ground. For example, if your horse is built for tests of stamina, softer/heavier turf will suit them more due to the energy-sapping nature of having more give in the ground.

The seven classifications of ground for turf racecourses are as follows:

  • Hard
  • Firm
  • Good to firm
  • Good
  • Good to soft
  • Soft
  • Heavy

Weight Carried by the Horse

Does the handicapper fairly attribute weight to the horse? If your fancy has absolutely bolted up to victory in previous races, it may be hit hard by the handicapper in the weights. Do your research to ensure the weighting is fair with respect to its rivals.

Jockey's Riding Style

If you know your horse gets going late down the straight, checking out the jockey's riding style may be helpful. For example, some riders are experts in biding their time and producing their horses late in the day. The pairing between man and beast is a vital consideration.

County Hurdle Tips Trends and Statistics

Historical Trends and Statistics

This is not a race where the favourite thrives, with just two of the previous 14 County Hurdle winners going off as favourites.

The lighter, the better. In 11 of the previous 14 runnings of this race, the winning horse carried 11 st 1 lb or less.

The fountain of youth springs eternal in the County Hurdle, with 11 of the previous 14 winners aged five or six.

Whether you believe in stats and trends or prefer to go with your heart, trends and statistics help to paint a picture of what sort of race to expect.

It should be a cracking renewal of the County Hurdle in what will be an open affair. It's devilish work trying to find a winner, but if we were forced to pick a winner, Pembroke could be worth a second look. Trainer Dan Skelton is bullish on his chances.

County Hurdle FAQs

When is the County Hurdle?

The County Hurdle takes place at 2.10 pm on Friday, 15th March.

Who is the Favourite to Win the 2024 Renewal?

The current favourite to win the County Hurdle is Kings Of Kingsfield

Who Won the 2023 Renewal of the County Hurdle?

The Dan Skelton-trained Faivoir came through the field to win as 33/1. Outsiders winning this race isn't a rarity with over 20 runners in most years.

What is the Distance of the County Hurdle?

The sharp 2-mile 179y course will likely ensure plenty of pace from the beginning.

Who is the Most Successful Trainer in the County Hurdle?

Cheltenham Festival titan Willie Mullins has won the renewal of this race six times — Thousand Stars (2010), Final Approach (2011), Wicklow Brave (2015), Arctic Fire (2017), Saint Roi (2020) & State Man (2022).

Hunters Chase Tips & Predictions

Hunters Chase Tips

On Day 4 of the Cheltenham Festival, we have the St James's Place Festival Hunters' Chase. This race is run under National Hunt rules for amateur riders with horses aged five or older. The race is run over a distance of 3 miles, 2 furlongs and 70 yards on the Cheltenham New course, which is the same course as most races at the event. In this race, riders must overcome 22 fences and is similar to the Cheltenham Gold Cup which is arguably the main event of the entire festival. Known as the 'amateur Gold Cup' and amateur riders that go onto ride a winning in this race could secure the biggest win of their career. Until 2020, this race was known as the St James's Place Foxhunters Chase. However, the name was changed with Fox removed from the name in 2021.

Foxhunters Chase Betting Odds

In regards to the use of amateur riders, there has been one exception to the rule as in 2021 professional jockeys ran in the race due to health worries in the United Kingdom at the time.

16:10 -St. James's Place Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters' Chase (3m2½f)

Last year's runner up Its On The Line looks to go one better than year, and he will be doing it in the famous green and gold colours of JP McManus, having been bought by him recently. He has been in fine form this season, winning on all three of his starts, and beating Ferns Lock, who is prominent in the betting for this race.

Selection: Its On The Line

Hunters Chase tips are vital to any bettor who wishes to win a bet on the race as most punters won't recognize many of the jockeys and riders. As the fifth race of the final day, this is one of the lesser-known races out of the Cheltenham Festival races. However, to qualify for the race, horses' must have either won or finished runner-up in two Hunter Chase events, have won two open point-to-point races or have won one of both.

- Most Successful Horse: Nine Horses (2 wins)

- Most Successful Jockey: Colman Sweeney - 3 Wins - Sleeping Night (2005), Salsify (2012, 2013)

- Most Successful Trainer: Richard Barber & Paul Nicholls (4 wins)

Richard Barber and Paul Nicholls share the accolade for the highest joint winning most trainer in the world with Richard Barber's wins coming from Rushing Wild, Fantus and Earthmover between 1992 and 1998 and Paul Nicholls winners coming from Earthmover, Sleeping Night and Pacha du Polder between 2004 and 2018.

Last year, Billaway won the 2022 Foxhunter Chase Challenge Cup with Winged Leader and Mighty Stowaway finishing second and third respectively. It was the first hunter chase victory for Willie Mullins and it wouldn't surprise us if Mullins sought after most Hunter Chases in the future.

Tips for winning the Hunters Chase

It is still unconfirmed which horses will run in the 2024 Hunters Chase but we have picked a horse in the Ante Post betting that we think might look good in the running, they are:

Billaway - An almost guaranteed runner in this race, Billaway sits at 7/1 in the ante post betting odds (subject to change) and in it's 24 chase races, it has finished in the each way positions on 20 occasions. If Mr Reliable was a horse, it'd be Billaway. Of course, the horse isn't perfect, if it was, it wouldn't be 7/1 but with 10 top two finishes in the last 12 races, the 12-year old Billaway certainly hasn't let age get in the way.

What markets are best for tips on the Hunters Chase?

For most races you'll find that horse racing betting odds appear best for the winner market, the odds are higher and it is less complicated than other markets. For example, you may find betting odds that feature the forecast and tricast bet type, this is where you'll find the biggest odds but you'll also find that the best odds are due to the fact that you need to back the winner, the runner-up and even the third place horse in some scenarios. Bare in mind how difficult it is to pick a winner at the Cheltenham Festival, picking the second and third-place horses is near enough impossible.

So, this leaves the betting market that we believe is the best for betting on the festival and this is the Each Way betting market which pays out if a horse finishes in the top three of the race. However, if the horse finishes second or third, it will find it's odds dramatically reduced and may only pay out at 1/5 odds. You can find how each betting operator divides their each-way odds by checking out their sportsbook, for example, for each race, you'll be able to find how BetUK divides it's each-way odds on each race.

Tips for Each way betting on the Hunters Chase

With the Hunters Chase being a race where jockeys are virtually unknown to the average bettor, it is important to look at the performances of horses in similar environments. For example, if you're looking at a horse who has historically come within the top three on the same course, has a good record at the Cheltenham Festival and has traditionally been in the running for the top three places, you may look to place an each way bet on that horse no matter its odds. However, be wary of bets like this as a horse may be up against a higher caliber of opponent than it is used to facing and that may be why you find better odds than you may expect. So, in conclusion, these are our three tips for betting each way on the Hunters Chase.

Evaluate the field, don't just look at the top 5 horses.

Do your research on the performances of a horse and where they've raced

Have you heard of the Amateur jockey? How has he performed recently?

Hunters Chase FAQs

Who won the 2023 Hunters Chase?

Premier Magic won the 2023 rendition of the Hunters Chasefor Bradley Gibbs who was trainer and jockey for the horse.

What time is the 2024 Hunters Chase?

The 2024 Hunters Chase begins at 16:10 on the Friday 15th March.

Are the Hunters Chase and the Foxhunters Chase the same race?

Yes! This race was formerly known as the Foxhunters Chase until 2021 when they changed the name of the race to just the Hunters Chase.

How do you qualify for the Hunters Chase?

There are only a small number of ways that horses can qualify for the Hunters Chase, they must meet one of the following criteria.

  • Finished first or second twice in Hunter Chases.
  • Won two open point-to-point races.
  • Won one point-to-point race and finished in the top two of a Hunter Chase event.

Mares Chase Tips & Predictions

Cheltenham Festival Mares’ Chase Tips

The penultimate race of the Cheltenham Festival, the Mares’ Chase is run over 2 miles and 4.5 furlongs, across the New Course. It takes place on the Friday, also known as Gold Cup day, and is the final graded race at the festival. In total, there are 17 fences to be navigated by the field as they make their way across the track, with the harsh nature of the closing stages of the race rewarding those horses that have the greatest stamina. This is just one of the factors to take into consideration when making looking at 2024 Mares’ Chase betting tips and making your own predictions on which horse will come out on top.

Mares Chase Betting Odds

16.50 - Mrs Paddy Power Mares' Chase (Grade 2, 2m4½f)

Dinoblue will go off favourite, and it's hard seeing anything else beat her. She’s been in mighty form this year, beating the likes of Fill Dor, Saint Roi & Gentleman De Mee, with her only defeat coming to El Fabiolo. The only slight question mark around her is the trip, having only run over this distance once in a hurdle race where she finished fourth, but she finishes her races off well, and an extra half-mile should not be an issue.

Selection: Dinoblue

About the Mares’ Chase

The Mares’ Chase has only been run since 2021, when it was added to the Cheltenham Festival calendar as a replacement for the Centenary Novices’ Handicap Chase. The race is open to female horses aged five years and older, Willie Mullins won the first two renditions of this race with eight-year-old horses but Colm Murphy took the prize last year with Impervious who had too much for the Mullins-trained Allegorie De Vassy

If you’re wondering about the race’s full name, the Liberthine Mares’ Chase, its title comes from a former Cheltenham Racecourse chairman’s horse. Libertine was a mare owned by Robert Waley-Cohen, whose son Sam won the 2022 Grand National atop Noble Yeats.

Mare’s Chase Tips

The relatively new status of this race makes it a very difficult event to predict, although the fact that it has restrictions on competitors and is run on a familiar course does at least provide some small insight. The unpredictability is part of what adds to the excitement of watching the Mares’ Chase, as the horses trade positions towards the end of the course due to the steeper incline found once they approach Cheltenham hill. Therefore, the key factor to consider in lieu of more traditional winner trends may be the perceived stamina and fitness of the horses taking part.

How to Bet on the Mares’ Chase

To place a wager on the Mares’ Chase, you simply need to navigate to the dedicated section of the BetUK sportsbook to see the available betting options. From here, you can then select the horse that you wish to bet on, and it will be added to your betslip. You can choose whether you want to place a bet on your chosen horse to win, or whether you wish to place an each-way bet, the terms of which will be listed within the slip. Once you’ve decided on your Mares’ Chase bet, simply enter the stake you wish to use, and it will be deducted from your total balance.

Bet on the Mares’ Chase

Mares’ Chase FAQs

What Distance is the Cheltenham Mares’ Chase?

The Mares’ Chase is run on the New Course at the Cheltenham Festival, over a distance of 2 miles and 4.5 furlongs.

Who Has Won the Mares’ Chase?

The Mares’ Chase has only been run three times previously, with Colreevy winning in 2021, Elimay winning in 2022 and Impervious in 2023.

How Much Do You Win For the Mares’ Chase?

The prize pot for the 2024 Mares’ Chase is roughly £120,000, with £67,500 going to the winner.

Martin Pipe Handicap Hurdle Tips & Predictions

Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle

The Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle is the final race of the 2024 Cheltenham Festival. It is scheduled to take place on day four of the meeting at 5.30pm.

This race was added to the Cheltenham Festival in 2009 and named after the legendary trainer Martin Pipe, one of the most successful British trainers in history. It takes place over 2m4½f on the New Course, with a maximum field of 24.

Martin Pipe Handicap Hurdle Betting Odds

17:30 - Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Hurdle (2m4½f)

The final race of the meeting is always competitive and usually favours progressive types. Better Days Ahead has been running well behind some good novice hurdlers, and looks well handicapped here on a mark of 140. He will be ridden by Danny Gilligan, who is one of the best conditional jockeys around, and that boosts his chances.

Selection: Better Days Ahead

Willie Mullins holds the record for the most victories as a trainer in this contest as the Irishman has been successful four times, including in 2021 with this year’s leading Cheltenham Gold Cup contender Galopin Des Champs.

Martin Pipe Handicap Hurdle Tips

There are over 90 horses currently entered into the 2024 Cheltenham Festival's final race! Now that will drop by over 70 horses and we'll have a significantly better idea of who will run in this race on Sunday. However, if this horse races, we can see it having a very successful festival.

That horse is Better Days Ahead, which is entered for three races at the Cheltenham Festival but we believe that this is the race that the horse will run in. Gordon Elliott will hope that the horse lives up to its name after some slightly disappointing performances at Navan in it's last two races. However, the horse is definitely capable of better and we think it'll get back to winning form here.

Triumph Hurdle Tips & Predictions

Triumph Hurdle Betting Tips

The JCB Triumph Hurdle is a Grade 1 National Hunt hurdle race as a staple part of the Cheltenham Festival. The race is open to four-year-old horses and is raced over two miles and 179 yards, with eight hurdles to be jumped.

Triumph Hurdle Betting Odds

It's a tricky race to muddle through and find a winner, which is why it's crucial to have done your research before placing your bets to give yourself the best chance of success.

13:30 -JCB Triumph Hurdle (2m 1f)

With serious question marks over Nicky Henderson’s stable, it’d be difficult to back Sir Gino at short odds, so it’s best to look elsewhere and it may not be all bad for the owners of Sir Gino as the Triumph winner could be their other runner, Salvator Mundi. We have yet to see him run in the UK or Ireland, and his only run was when he finished just under two lengths behind Sir Gino at Auteuil last April. No juvenile has really stood out from the Mullins team this year, and although he is a bit of an unknown, he is worth taking a chance on.

Selection: Salvator Mundi

Understanding the Triumph Hurdle

The race was first run in 1939 and is considered one of the leading events for juvenile novice hurdlers throughout the Jumps season.

Several key factors can affect the outcome of the Triumph Hurdle, including the quality of the horse and jockey, course conditions, the going, potential pace setters, jockey tactics, and much more.

Let's look at what to expect and guide you to any potential Triumph Hurdle betting tips.

Triumph Hurdle Betting Tips

You can follow through on any Triumph Hurdle Betting Tips through many different opportunities, including:

Win Bet

When placing a Win Bet, you must correctly choose which horse will finish the race first. If you guess correctly, then you will receive a payout based on the odds set for that particular horse by the bookmakers or track officials.

Each Way Bet

An Each Way Bet is a type of bet in horse racing where you can place two bets, one for the horse to win and one for the horse to place. With an Each Way Bet, if your chosen horse wins then you will receive a payout on both parts of the bet.

Place Bet

A Place Part is a type of bet offered in horse racing that pays out if the horse you have chosen finishes either first or within a certain number of places. Generally, this number can range from two to four depending on the field size and the bookmaker's preferences. If your chosen horse finishes in one of those places, then your bet will be a winner.

Strategies for Betting on the Triumph Hurdle

Make sure you keep your playbook wide open when it comes to formulating a Triumph Hurdle betting strategy.

Some factors to consider include:

Assessing the Form of the Horses

Assessing the form of a horse in a race is important for understanding which horses are likely to perform well and win. Several factors can be used to assess a horse's form, including race history, recent races, times achieved, jockey performance, and trainer information.

Identifying the Value Bets

See a horse that you think is overpriced? That's what we call value. If you think the odds on a selection should be shorter, you should bet!

Bankroll Management

Last but not least, make sure you are keeping a close eye on budgetary limits. Make sure you are only spending what you can afford to lose.

Factors to Consider When Placing a Bet

Wondering how the composition of the turf can impact a race? Or what a handicap means? There are plenty of considerations before placing a bet on a horse.

Ground Conditions

Ground conditions can generally be divided into three classifications in national hunt horse racing: Good, Soft, and Heavy.

Good ground is mostly firm with some moisture but with no significant surface water or mud. It offers optimum levels of grip for the horses.

Soft ground is damp and muddy, with greater moisture in the soil and surface water. It offers less grip for the horses, making it more challenging to race on.

Heavy ground is exceptionally wet and muddy, with deep mud puddles and large amounts of surface water present. It is by far the most challenging track condition due to the considerable effects on the horses' footing.

Weight Carried by the Horse

When referring to the weight a jockey carries in horse racing, it is known as a handicap. The handicap system means that horses of varying abilities can compete in the same race and allows for greater competition amongst all participants. The higher the weight, the more difficult it is for a horse to win the race.

Jockey's Riding Style

Some jockeys are experts at producing their rides late down the straight after coming from the back of the field. Others are adept at setting a pace and thrive on front-runners. Check out the jockey's record to ensure they are a good fit for your selection.

Triumph Hurdle Betting Trends and Statistics

  • If your selection has a good rating, trends show it has a better chance in the race, with 15 of the last 16 runners having a minimum rating of 139.
  • History proves form is also crucial, with 15 of the last 16 Triumph Hurdle winners finishing in the top two of their previous race.
  • All of the previous 16 Triumph Hurdle winners had fewer than seven starts in their career.

Triumph Hurdle FAQs

When is the Triumph Hurdle?

The Triumph Hurdle takes place at 1.30 pm on Friday 15th, March – the first race of the festival’s final day.

Who is the Favourite to Win the 2024 Renewal?

The current favourite to win the Triumph Hurdle is Sir Gino, who is under evens,

Who Won the 2023 Renewal of the Triumph Hurdle?

The 2023 champion of this race was the highly-fancied Lossiemouth.

What is the Distance of the Triumph Hurdle?

Watch your selection fight it out over a sharp 2 mile 1 furlong distance.

Who is the Most Successful Trainer in the Triumph Hurdle?

British trainer Nicky Henderson holds the record for the most Triumph Hurdle wins, with seven to his name.

The Cheltenham Festival heads into its final day after three days of scintillating action.

The card runs from 13.30-17:30 and includes three Grade 1s, the Triumph Hurdle (13.30), the Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle (14.50 and the Gold Cup itself (15.30)

We've assessed the action across the card on Friday at Cheltenham and picked out our best bets.

13:30 -JCB Triumph Hurdle (2m 1f)

With serious question marks over Nicky Henderson’s stable, it’d be difficult to back Sir Gino at short odds, so it’s best to look elsewhere and it may not be all bad for the owners of Sir Gino as the Triumph winner could be their other runner, Salvator Mundi. We have yet to see him run in the UK or Ireland, and his only run was when he finished just under two lengths behind Sir Gino at Auteuil last April. No juvenile has really stood out from the Mullins team this year, and although he is a bit of an unknown, he is worth taking a chance on.

Selection: Salvator Mundi

14.10 - BetMGM County Handicap Hurdle (2m 1f)

Dan Skelton & Willie Mullins have dominated this race in recent years, but this year could see a change, and it may be Paul Nicholls who wins the County Hurdle. Afadil came into the season looking very well handicapped, after ending last season with an impressive win. It’s taken a while for him to get going this season, but he looked back to his best last time out at Musselburgh, and could run a big race here.

Selection: Afadil

14:50 - Albert Bartlett Novices' Hurdle (Grade 1, 3m)

Dancing City won the Nathaniel Lacy & Partners Solicitors Novice Hurdle at the Dublin Racing Festival, and whilst that race has not produced any winners of the Albert Bartlett, it looked a good renewal this year; he could be the one to break the trend. He was the outsider of the field but he looked so much better stepping up in trip and saw off his rivals easily.

Selection: Dancing City

15.30 - Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1, 3m2½f)

Winning back-to-back Gold Cups is no easy task, but it’s hard to see anything else but Galopin Des Champs retaining his crown. He’s coming in with better form than he did last year, with two superb performances in the Savills Chase and the Irish Gold Cup. He managed to beat Fastorslow in the Irish Gold Cup, which would have been a huge boost for connections, having been beaten by him twice in the last year.

Selection: Galopin Des Champs

16:10 -St. James's Place Festival Challenge Cup Open Hunters' Chase (3m2½f)

Last year's runner up Its On The Line looks to go one better than year, and he will be doing it in the famous green and gold colours of JP McManus, having been bought by him recently. He has been in fine form this season, winning on all three of his starts, and beating Ferns Lock, who is prominent in the betting for this race.

Selection: Its On The Line

16.50 - Mrs Paddy Power Mares' Chase (Grade 2, 2m4½f)

Dinoblue will go off favourite, and it's hard seeing anything else beat her. She’s been in mighty form this year, beating the likes of Fill Dor, Saint Roi & Gentleman De Mee, with her only defeat coming to El Fabiolo. The only slight question mark around her is the trip, having only run over this distance once in a hurdle race where she finished fourth, but she finishes her races off well, and an extra half-mile should not be an issue.

Selection: Dinoblue

17:30 - Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys' Handicap Hurdle (2m4½f)

The final race of the meeting is always competitive and usually favours progressive types. Better Days Ahead has been running well behind some good novice hurdlers, and looks well handicapped here on a mark of 140. He will be ridden by Danny Gilligan, who is one of the best conditional jockeys around, and that boosts his chances.

Selection: Better Days Ahead

About Cheltenham Day 4

Day 4 at Cheltenham is the one that really draws the crowds, with over 60,000 people expected to be in attendance at the racecourse itself. However, millions more will tune in to watch the races on television, and to place Cheltenham day 4 bets online. The highlight is undoubtedly the Gold Cup, which is what draws most of the focus across the day, as the “greatest show on turf” comes to an end.

These days, all races on day 4 are run on Cheltenham’s New Course, which takes a battering as multiple horses compete in the different feats of endurance. In fact, the races on day 4 are designed to test the competitor’s stamina, especially on the run-in that takes a steeper gradient up Cheltenham hill. As such, things can change right at the last, which adds to the excitement, intrigue, and anticipation on the final day of the festival.

2023 Cheltenham Day 4 Preview

WHEN: Friday 15th March 2024

WHERE: Cheltenham Racecourse, Prestbury Park - New Course

  • 13:30: Triumph Hurdle
  • 14:10: County Hurdle
  • 14:50: Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle
  • 15:30: Cheltenham Gold Cup
  • 16:10: Hunters’ Chase
  • 16:50: Mares’ Chase
  • 17:30: Martin Pipe Hurdle

Day 4 Cheltenham Festival Tips 2024

Let’s take a look at some of the trends for the 2024 festival and Cheltenham day 4 tips based on previous results in recent years.

Cheltenham Festival Day 4 Tips - Triumph Hurdle

The Triumph Hurdle is the first race of the 4th day at Cheltenham, contested over a distance of 2 miles and 1 furlong, and is a Grade 1 hurdles race for horses that are aged four. When it comes to the last three winners, Paul Townend won the race in 2020 and 2022, riding Burning Victory and Vauban respectively, while Rachael Blackmore and Quilixios tasted victory in the 2021 running.

It’s worth noting that in recent history, a mixture of favourites and short-priced horses have generally won this race, with longer-odds outsiders not troubling very often.

Day 4 Cheltenham Tips - County Hurdle

The County Hurdle is open to horses aged five and older, and is a Grade 3 race run over 2 miles and 1 furlong, with eight hurdles to clear in total. State Man won in 2022, ridden by Paul Townend, while Belfast Banter and Kevin Sexton claimed the win in 2021.

Recent trends have seen horses with a price in the double digits coming out on top, with the aforementioned Belfast Banter being priced at 33/1. In that same vein, the favourite has won only two of the past 10 renewals, meaning there could be value in looking further afield.

Cheltenham Festival Day 4 Tips - Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle

The Novices’ Hurdle on day 4 of Cheltenham is a Grade 1 race open to horses four years old and above, where they have to navigate 12 hurdles over a distance of 3 miles. The Nice Guy was piloted by Sean O’Keeffe to lead the field in 2022’s race, while Mark Walsh rode Vanillier to a win in 2021.

Day 4 Festival Tips - Cheltenham Gold Cup

The Gold Cup is the main race of not only the final day, but also of the entire Cheltenham Festival. As one of the most famous steeplechases in the world, it’s little wonder why so many people look to place bets on the Gold Cup each year. There are also, understandably, a lot of differing opinions about which horses have the potential to join the likes of 2022’s A Plus Tard, 2021’s Minella Indo, and 2020 and 2019 winner Al Boum Photo in the annals of history.

Arguably the most prestigious jumps race in the world, this is one of the events where the favourites or those with shorter odds do generally dominate, meaning that current favourite Galopin Des Champs could be worth the backing.

Cheltenham Festival Day 4 Tips - Hunters’ Chase

The Hunters’ Chase consists of 22 fences across a distance of 3 miles and 2.5 furlongs, consisting of horses that are five years or older, and only open to amateur jockeys. It’s sometimes informally known as the “Amateur’s Gold Cup” due to being run across the same distance and course. Recent winners include Billaway in 2022 and Porlock Bay in 2021.

When it comes to trends, this is an unpredictable race when it comes to simply looking at the favourites, with a broad spectrum between the price of winners. 2020’s 66/1 winner It Came To Pass and 2016’s 13/8 victor On The Fringe further highlight how up in the air the result is.

Cheltenham Day 4 Tips - Mares’ Chase

The Mares’ chase has only been in existence since 2021, but it’s a Grade 2 across 2 miles and 4 furlongs with a total of 17 fences that serves as the penultimate race. It’s open to female horses aged five or older, and previous winners include Elimay, who was ridden by Mark Walsh in the 2022 renewal, and Colreevy, ridden by Paul Townend in 2021.

Given that it’s such a new race, the trend analysis for the Mares’ Chase isn’t exactly extensive. However, it could be of note to learn that both previous winners were trained by Willie Mullins and that both were 8 years old at the time of winning.

Day 4 Cheltenham Festival Tips - Martin Pipe Hurdle

The Martin Pipe Hurdle is the race that brings down the curtain on the 2023 Cheltenham Festival. It features nine hurdles across a 2 mile and 4.5 furlong stretch of track, and is open to horses aged four years and above. Banbridge in 2022, Galopin Des Champs in 2021, and Indefatigable in 2020 are all previous winners.

Cheltenham Festival Day 4 FAQs

Here, we answer some of the most burning questions people have about the final day of the Cheltenham Festival 2023.

When Did Cheltenham Change to 4 Days?

Up until 2005, the Cheltenham Festival lasted just three days, but it was extended to four to provide more opportunities for fantastic horse racing action and to increase the spectacle of the event.

Is the Cheltenham Festival 5 Days?

No, the Cheltenham Festival takes place across 4 days, with Friday’s races bringing a close to the action. Day 4 plays host to seven races, culminating with the Martin Pipe Hurdle.

Who Are the Most Successful Cheltenham Day 4 Trainers?

Big names in the world of horse racing, such as Willie Mullins, Paul Nicholls, Henry de Bromhead, and Nicky Henderson are among the most successful trainers at Cheltenham, particularly on Gold Cup day.

Which Horses Are Running on the 4th Day of the Cheltenham Festival?

The exact horses running in each race of this year’s festival will be confirmed on the day of the event. However, ante-post horse racing betting markets make a best guess of the potential horses that may be considered to compete.

Who Are the Current Favourite Horses to Win on Cheltenham Gold Cup Day?

You can find the current favourites for each race listed within the Cheltenham Festival betting pages of our sportsbook. Please note that these are subject to change.

Where Can I Find Day 4 Cheltenham Horse Racing Tips?

You can find Cheltenham tips for every race right here at BetUK, including Friday tips for the Gold Cup, Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle, the Spa Novices Hurdle, and more of the biggest national hunt races in the UK.

What is the First Race on the Final Day of the Cheltenham Festival 2024?

The first race on day 4 of Cheltenham is the Grade 1 Triumph Hurdle, which has been run at the festival since 1968.

What is the Last Race on the Final Day of the Cheltenham Festival 2024?

The closing race of the day is the Conditional Jockeys Handicap Hurdle, which was established in 2009.

What is the Big Race on the Final Day of the Cheltenham Festival 2024?

The biggest race on the final day is undoubtedly the Grade 1 Cheltenham Gold Cup, which is the second-most wagered-on race in the UK, behind the Grand National. Past winners include A Plus Tard, who was ridden by Rachael Blackmore and trained by Henry de Bromhead.

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