Cheltenham Festival 2026: Dates, race card, and schedule

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The Cheltenham Festival begins Tuesday, March 10, 2026, with the prestigious Gold Cup on Friday, March 13, marking the event's conclusion. Over four days, 28 races will be held, including 13 Grade 1 contests. Daily races run from 1:20 PM to 5:20 PM GMT, with coverage on ITV1 and Racing TV. Irish trainers have dominated recent years, but British trainers aim to challenge this trend. Tickets for Friday are sold out, while other days offer various enclosure options.


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