18+ • Bet Responsibly • Racing Alpha does not accept betsBeGambleAware.org
RacingAlpha
Grade 1JumpsGB

Champion Hurdle

Cheltenham · Cheltenham Festival

The opening-day championship event at the Cheltenham Festival. The premier 2-mile hurdle race in Europe and the test that defines the season for the top hurdlers.

Race at a glance

Distance
2m½f
Typical going
Good / Soft
Typical field
8–12 runners
Age
4yo+
Course
Cheltenham

Recent winners

YearWinnerTrainerJockeySP
2025State ManWillie MullinsPaul Townend8/15F
2024State ManWillie MullinsPaul Townend4/6F
2023Constitution HillNicky HendersonNico de Boinville4/9F
2022HoneysuckleHenry de BromheadRachael Blackmore8/11F
2021HoneysuckleHenry de BromheadRachael Blackmore6/5F

Other big races at Cheltenham Festival

Cheltenham Festival →All big racesToday's card

Recent winners are best-effort and updated after each running. Always cross-check official records. 18+ only · Bet responsibly · BeGambleAware.org