Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Day Two Betting (Wednesday)

Cheltenham Festival Wednesday Betting at Coral

Day 2 of the Cheltenham Festival 2026 is known as Ladies Day, a highlight of the week combining top-class racing with one of the Festival’s most vibrant atmospheres. The action takes place on Wednesday 11 March 2026, featuring seven races including the prestigious Queen Mother Champion Chase.

For punters looking to place Cheltenham Wednesday bets, Coral provides a full range of markets across the card, from early ante-post prices to race-day odds, enhanced places and Festival betting specials.

Cheltenham Day 2 Racecard & Betting Guide

13:20 – Turners Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1, approx. 2m5f) - Wednesday’s opening race is a Grade 1 contest for novice hurdlers stepping up in distance. Many winners of this race go on to compete in major staying hurdle events later in their careers.
14:00 – Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase (Grade 1, approx. 3m) - A key staying novice chase that often identifies future Gold Cup contenders. Horses tackling this three-mile trip must combine stamina with strong jumping ability.
14:40 – BetMGM Cup Handicap Hurdle (Premier Handicap, approx. 2m5f) - A fiercely competitive handicap hurdle that typically attracts large fields and open betting markets. This race often produces attractive each-way opportunities for punters.
15:20 – Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase (approx. 3m5f) - One of the Festival’s most distinctive races, run over Cheltenham’s unique cross-country course with varied obstacles and longer distances.
16:00 – Queen Mother Champion Chase (Grade 1, approx. 2m) - The feature race of Ladies Day, the Queen Mother Champion Chase is the championship contest for two-mile chasers. Known for its speed and spectacular jumping, it regularly delivers one of the most thrilling races of the Festival.
16:40 – Grand Annual Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap, approx. 2m) - A fast-run handicap chase over two miles where quick jumping and tactical positioning are crucial.
17:20 – Champion Bumper (Grade 1 NH Flat Race, approx. 2m½f) - The final race on Ladies Day is the Champion Bumper, the Festival’s only National Hunt flat race. It often showcases some of the most exciting young prospects in jump racing.

Betting on Cheltenham Wednesday with Coral

Coral offers a wide range of betting markets for every race on Ladies Day, including:

Win and each-way bets
Ante-post betting
Non-Runner No Bet markets
Forecast and tricast betting
Accumulators across multiple races

You can access the latest odds via the Coral website or mobile app, allowing you to place bets quickly and track market movements throughout the day.

Cheltenham Wednesday Promotions

Coral regularly runs special offers during the Cheltenham Festival, including:

Extra place races
Cheltenham price boosts
Money-back specials
Accumulator promotions

Check the Coral promotions page on race day to see the latest Festival betting offers.

Cheltenham Day 2 FAQs

When is Cheltenham Ladies Day 2026? - Ladies Day takes place on Wednesday 11 March 2026, the second day of the Cheltenham Festival.
What is the main race on Wednesday at Cheltenham? - The Queen Mother Champion Chase, run at around 16:00, is the feature race of the day.
How many races are run on Cheltenham Day 2? - There are seven races on Wednesday, beginning at approximately 13:20 and finishing around 17:20.
Can I bet on Cheltenham races online with Coral? - Yes. Coral offers online betting across all Cheltenham races through its website and mobile app.
What is ante-post betting? - Ante-post betting allows you to place a bet before final race declarations. Prices are often bigger, but stakes are usually lost if your selection does not run unless the market is Non-Runner No Bet.

Explore More Cheltenham Festival Betting

Continue your Cheltenham betting journey with Coral across the full Festival:

Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Main Festival Betting
Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Day 3 Betting (Thursday)
Cheltenham Festival 2026 – Day 4 Betting (Friday)

Responsible Gambling

Coral supports responsible gambling and encourages customers to bet within their limits. Always ensure betting remains enjoyable and controlled throughout the Cheltenham Festival.