Cheltenham 2027 Day One Race Guide
CHAMPION DAY
Welcome to our guide on the First Day of the Cheltenham Festival 2027! Known as Champion Day, this day kicks off the festival with a burst of energy and excitement.
The highlight of Champion Day is the Unibet Champion Hurdle, a race that showcases the finest two-mile hurdlers. Legendary winners like Istabraq and Hurricane Fly have etched their names into Cheltenham history with their remarkable victories.
Another key race is the Arkle Challenge Trophy, a thrilling contest for novice chasers. This race has launched the careers of future stars such as Sprinter Sacre and Altior.
The day also features the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, traditionally the opening race of the festival, setting the stage for the excitement to come.
Champion Day is a blend of anticipation, top-class racing, and a vibrant atmosphere. It's the perfect start to a week of thrilling action at Cheltenham 2027.
CHAMPION DAY
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13:20 – Sky Bet Supreme Novices
There are weight allowances for the Supreme Novice’s Hurdle. 4yo at a weight of 10st 13lb and 5yo+ at a weight of 11st 7lb. Fillies and mares receive an allowance of 7lb in this race.
The winner in the 2026 Supreme Novices’ Hurdle was Old Park Star from Nicky Henderson.
14:00 – Arkle Challenge Trophy Novices’ Chase
There are weight allowances for the Arkle Challenge Trophy. 5yo+ at a weight of 11st 4lb. Mares receive an allowance of 7lb in this race.
The winner in the 2026 Arkle Challenge Trophy was Kargese from Willie Mullins.
14:40 – Fred Winter Juvenile Handicap Hurdle
The weights in the Novices’ Handicap Hurdle will be different with each horse. This means there will be a variety of weights in the race in order to give all the horse an even chance.
The winner in the 2026 Novices’ Handicap Hurdle was Saratoga from Padraig Roche.
15:20 – Ultima Handicap Chase
The weights in the Ultima Handicap Chase will be different for each horse. This means there will be a variety of weights in the race to give all the horses an even chance.
The winner in the 2026 Ultima Handicap Chase was Johnnywho from Jonjo & AJ O'Neill.
16:00 – Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy
There are weight allowances for the Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy. 4yo at a weight of 11st 2lb and 5yo+ at a weight of 11st 10lb. Fillies and mares receive an allowance of 7lb in this race.
The winner in the 2026 Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy was Lossiemouth from Willie Mullins.
16:40 - Plate Handicap Chase
The weights in the Plate Handicap Chase will differ for each horse. This means there will be a variety of weights in the race to give all the horses an even chance.
The winner in the 2026 Plate Handicap Chase was Madara from Dan Skelton.
17:20 – National Hunt Challenge Cup Amateur Riders’ Novices’ Chase
There are weight allowances for the National Hunt Challenge Cup. 5yo at a weight of 11st 4lb and 6yo+ at a weight of 11st 6lb. Mares receive an allowance of 7lb in this race.
The winner in the 2026 National Hunt Challenge Cup was Holloway Queen from Nicky Henderson.
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