Cheltenham Festival Day 1 - Tuesday 10th March 2026
The first day of the Cheltenham Festival takes place on Tuesday 10th March, 2026 and the feature race is the Grade 1 Champion Hurdle at 16:00. Read More
You can access the racecards including Cheltenham odds for the day 1 races below, with the likes of the Supreme Novices' Hurdle and Arkle Challenge Trophy just another brace of Grade 1 events that will take place on day 1.
We have all the Cheltenham tips for Tuesday's racing from the home of National Hunt racing from star writer @RoadCheltenham, our in-house team and of course our daily tipster RacOolly, as well as a host of Cheltenham free bets offers.
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Cheltenham Festival Tuesday Racecards
Below is the race schedule and running times for the first day of the Cheltenham Festival. Click into the races to see the racecard including form and information around the jockey and trainer as well as the latest odds.
| Race Time | Race Name |
|---|---|
| 13:20 | Supreme Novices' Hurdle |
| 14:00 | Arkle Challenge Trophy |
| 14:40 | Fred Winter Juvenile Handicap Hurdle |
| 15:20 | Ultima Handicap Chase |
| 16:00 | Champion Hurdle |
| 16:40 | Plate Handicap Chase |
| 17:20 | National Hunt Chase |
About Cheltenham Festival Day 1
The curtain-raiser of the Cheltenham Festival is the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, the beginning of this two-mile Grade 1 contest always draws a huge cheer from the crowd - known as the "Cheltenham roar".
Second up is the Arkle, a Grade 1 novice chase over two miles. The winner of the Arkle regularly makes up into a key contender for the Queen Mother Champion Chase the following year.
Third on the card is the Ultima Handicap Chase, a fiercely competitive handicap chase, run over three miles and a furlong.
The Mares' Hurdle will be the fourth race of the afternoon and is followed by the feature race on the first day of the Cheltenham Festival is the Champion Hurdle, the first of the 'Championship' races during the week.
Te Fred Winter and National Hunt Chase conclude a sparkling opening day of top quality Jumps at Prestbury Park. Often referred to as the best day of the whole Festival, Cheltenham Tuesday is not one to miss!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cheltenham Festival Day 1
When is day one of the Cheltenham Festival?
Day one of the Cheltenham Festival takes place on Tuesday 10th March, 2026.
What is the feature race on day one of the Cheltenham Festival?
The feature race on day one of the Cheltenham Festival is the Champion Hurdle, which is run at 16:00.
Where can I watch day one of the Cheltenham Festival
You will be able to watch day one of the Cheltenham Festival on ITV1 and Racing TV.
You can also watch the action on various bookmakers accounts, who have a free live horse racing stream, or if you have placed a bet on the race.