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Cheltenham 2026 Preview | Day 3: Ryanair & Stayers’ Hurdle

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In the third of four daily Cheltenham Festival 2026 previews, host Steve Ryder is joined by, oddschecker's resident racing expert Andy Holding, Grade 1 Cheltenham Festival winning trainer Warren Greatrex, bet365's Pat Cooney and Handicap expert Dan Overall to discuss day three, the Thursday, of the Festival.


Racing Weekly was filmed live at the George IV in Chiswick as our panel give their expert tips and opinions ahead of the opening race card including:


TheMares’ Novices’ Hurdle

The Novices’ Limited Handicap Chase

The Mares’ Hurdle

The Stayers' Hurdle

The Ryanair Chase

The Pertemps

The Kim Muir Challenge Cup

Thank you to everyone who made the journey and joined us on the night in the audience, it was great to see you all. We hope you've picked up a few Cheltenham tips and ante-post tips.


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