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- Key Races & Betting Insights given for Cheltenham 2025
- Top Cheltenham Festival Betting Offers
- Casino & Slots Promotions for Cheltenham Week
The 2025 Cheltenham Festival is set to take place from Tuesday, March 11, to Friday, March 14, bringing four days of world-class National Hunt racing.
With 28 thrilling races across the festival, punters and racing enthusiasts are gearing up for another unforgettable spectacle.
Top Cheltenham Festival Betting Offers
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- Betway's Countdown to Cheltenham
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Key Races & Betting Insights given for Cheltenham 2025
Betting previews are available in our Essential Guide to the Cheltenham Festival blog, with individual race previews given for every single race of the festival. Here we look at the key races for each day:
Champion Day (Tuesday, March 11)
The festival kicks off on Tuesday with the Champion Hurdle, one of the most prestigious races of the week. Constitution Hill is the clear favourite, with bookmakers pricing him at short odds to win the race after missing out last year through injury.
Champion Hurdle Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Cheltenham Festival)
Style Wednesday (March 12)
The spotlight falls on the Queen Mother Champion Chase, where Jonbon is looking to grab a massive win. He has seen plenty of support in the betting markets, with odds shortening following an impressive win in the Clarence House Chase at Ascot in January.
Queen Mother Champion Chase Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Cheltenham Festival)
St. Patrick’s Thursday (March 13)
With the festival in full swing, Teahupoo leads the market for the Stayers' Hurdle after winning last year. Irish-trained horses have dominated this event in recent years, and punters are backing another strong showing here.
Stayers Hurdle Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Cheltenham Festival)
Gold Cup Day (March 14)
The festival’s grand finale is the Cheltenham Gold Cup, where Galopin Des Champs is bidding for a historic third consecutive victory. With Willie Mullins' star remaining in top form, he’s currently leading the betting markets, though challengers like Gerri Colombe and Shishkin could provide stiff competition.
Cheltenham Gold Cup Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Cheltenham Festival)
Star Sports £500 Free Bet Competition
Star Sports is offering a "Cheltenham YES/NO" competition where participants can win a £500 free bet by predicting outcomes of the Cheltenham Festival.
To enter, participants must answer ten yes/no questions related to events over the four-day festival.
Entries must be submitted before the start of the first race, the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, at 1:30 PM on Tuesday, 12 March.
Casino & Slots Promotions for Cheltenham Week
In addition to sports betting, some of the best UK casino sites are rolling out exclusive Cheltenham-themed promotions.
Many of the best slot sites in the UK are offering free spins and deposit bonuses throughout the festival.
