Day Four Cheltenham 2026 Betting

Cheltenham Festival 2026 Gold Cup Day Betting at Coral

The Cheltenham Festival reaches its dramatic conclusion on Gold Cup Day, Friday 13 March 2026, bringing together championship races, competitive handicaps and one of the most prestigious contests in jump racing.

With seven races across the afternoon, including the legendary Cheltenham Gold Cup, the final day of the Festival delivers some of the biggest betting markets of the week. At Coral, you can explore the latest Cheltenham Friday betting odds, with ante-post prices, enhanced place offers and race-day specials available across the full card.

Cheltenham Day 4 Racecard & Betting Guide

13:20 – Triumph Hurdle (Grade 1, approx. 2m) - The final day opens with the Triumph Hurdle, the championship race for four-year-old hurdlers. It regularly produces future stars of the sport and provides an exciting start to Gold Cup Day.
14:00 – County Handicap Hurdle (approx. 2m) - A fast-run handicap hurdle featuring large fields and competitive odds. This race is often targeted by well-handicapped runners and offers strong each-way betting opportunities.
14:40 – Mares’ Chase (Grade 2, approx. 2m4f) - The Mares’ Chase showcases some of the leading mares in training over fences. Strong jumping and stamina over the intermediate trip are key factors.
15:20 – Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, approx. 3m) - Often referred to as the “potato race”, the Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle is a demanding staying contest for novice hurdlers stepping up to three miles.
16:00 – Cheltenham Gold Cup (Grade 1, approx. 3m2f) - The Cheltenham Gold Cup is the showpiece race of the Festival and the ultimate prize in National Hunt racing. Run over 3 miles and 2 furlongs, it tests stamina, jumping ability and class at the highest level.
16:40 – Festival Hunters’ Chase (approx. 3m2f) - Often called the “amateur Gold Cup”, the Hunters’ Chase features horses that compete in the hunter chase circuit throughout the season.0
17:20 – Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle (approx. 2m4f) - The final race of the Cheltenham Festival is the Martin Pipe Conditional Jockeys’ Handicap Hurdle, giving rising jockeys the opportunity to shine in a competitive handicap.

How to Bet on Cheltenham Friday with Coral

Coral offers a comprehensive range of betting markets for Gold Cup Day, including:

Win and each-way bets
Ante-post betting markets
Non-Runner No Bet selections
Forecast and tricast betting
Cheltenham accumulators across the racecard

Through the Coral website and mobile app, you can track live odds updates and place bets quickly throughout the afternoon.

Cheltenham Gold Cup Day Promotions

During the Festival finale, Coral may feature special betting offers such as:

Price boosts on the Cheltenham Gold Cup
Extra place races on handicaps
Money-back race offers
Cheltenham accumulator promotions

Check Coral’s promotions page on race day for the latest Cheltenham Festival betting promotions.

Cheltenham Festival Day Four FAQs

When is Gold Cup Day at Cheltenham 2026? - Gold Cup Day takes place on Friday 13 March 2026, the final day of the Cheltenham Festival.
What is the main race on Friday? - The Cheltenham Gold Cup, scheduled for around 16:00, is the feature race of the entire Festival.
How many races are run on Cheltenham Day 4? - There are seven races on Gold Cup Day, starting at approximately 13:20 and finishing around 17:20.
Can I bet on Cheltenham races online with Coral? - Yes. Coral allows you to place bets online or through the Coral mobile app with access to the latest Cheltenham odds and betting markets.
What does each-way betting mean? - An each-way bet consists of two parts, one bet for the horse to win and one for the horse to place. If your selection finishes within the specified place positions, you receive a return at a fraction of the win odds.

Explore More Cheltenham Festival Betting

Catch up on the rest of the Festival with Coral:

Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Main Festival Betting

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