The Aintree Bowl odds for 2026 will once again shape expectations for one of the standout Grade 1 races at the Grand National Festival. With leading chasers stepping up after Cheltenham, Aintree Bowl betting offers a mix of short-priced favourites and value outsiders.
On this page, you’ll find the latest Aintree Bowl betting odds, key betting markets, and how different wager types work ahead of the race.
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Aintree Bowl Odds
The 2026 Aintree Bowl is scheduled at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool on Thursday 9 April, with an advertised off time of 2:55pm (UK time). It’s a Class 1, Grade 1 steeplechase over 3m 1f, and the meeting schedule lists coverage on ITV.
Below you can find the Aintree Bowl odds for the win market. Odds are accurate at the time of publication.
| Horse Name | Weight | Age | Jockey | Trainer | Odds |
| Impaire Et Passe | 74 kg | 8 | P. Townend | Willie Mullins | 7/2 |
| Jango Baie | 74 kg | 7 | Nico De Boinville | Nicky Henderson | 5/6 |
| Pic D’orhy | 74 kg | 11 | Harry Cobden | Paul Nicholls | 16/1 |
| Protektorat | 74 kg | 11 | Harry Skelton | Dan Skelton | 7/1 |
| Spillane’s Tower | 74 kg | 8 | Mark Walsh | James Joseph… | 9/2 |
Odds presentation can vary by bookmaker and by market. In the UK, prices are commonly shown as fractional odds (for example 10/1), but many sites also show decimal odds. They’re simply two formats for expressing the same underlying price.
For a broader view of races at the meeting, you can explore our betting page dedicated to Grand National betting markets.
Two practical points matter when you’re reading Aintree Bowl betting odds:
- Fixed odds vs SP: on many UK horse racing markets you can either take a fixed price when you place the bet, or choose
- Starting Price (SP), which settles at the official odds at the start of the race.
- Why prices move: odds can change as new information lands (for example, public declarations, going updates, or late changes that affect perceived chances).
If a declared runner is withdrawn after a market has formed, bookmakers may apply Rule 4 deductions to adjust returns on affected bets. In plain English: fewer runners can make it “easier” for the remaining horses to win, so winnings may be reduced by an industry-standard deduction to rebalance the market.
Alongside the win market, Aintree Bowl odds often sit next to related combos like forecast and tricast, which focus on getting the finishing order right (covered next).
Aintree Bowl Forecast & Tricast Odds
Forecast and tricast bets offer the chance to predict the exact finishing order and therefore attract higher prices.
- A forecast requires picking the first and second horses in the correct order.
- A tricast bet is even tougher, as it demands selecting the first three finishers in exact order. Much higher risk but can be lucrative if it lands.
There are three common formats for forecasts:
- a straight forecast, where you nominate the winner and the runner‑up;
- a reverse forecast, covering both possible one‑two combinations for double the stake;
- and a combination forecast, involving three or more horses and all possible one‑two combos.
Popular Aintree Bowl Betting Markets
Win Market
The win market is the simplest read: you’re selecting the horse that wins the Aintree Bowl. Settlement is based on the official result.
What makes the Bowl’s win market distinctive is the race profile: it’s a Grade 1 staying chase over 3m 1f on Opening Day, so the market is typically shaped by stamina, jumping fluency, and how a horse has come out of its spring targets.
Each-Way Market
An each-way bet is two bets in one: one on the horse to win, and one on the horse to place.
That means the total stake is split across the two parts (so “£1 each-way” costs £2 in total). Each-way terms (how many places are paid, and what fraction of the odds applies to the place part) can vary by bookmaker and by field size.
For a Grade 1 like the Aintree Bowl, the number of runners can be lower than in a big handicap, which can affect how many places are offered. Always check the place terms shown on the market before assuming what “each-way” means.
Place Market
Place betting is a bet on a horse finishing in the designated places (not necessarily winning). The number of places paid depends on the type of race and the number of runners, and bookmakers publish the place terms on the market.
In a race like the Aintree Bowl, with fewer runners, place terms are usually limited (often top 2 or 3).
Match Bets
Match bets involve two specific horses: you’re predicting which horse will finish ahead of the other. Overall race position doesn’t matter. These bets are typically settled on the official result, and they’re usually void if one of the two selections doesn’t start.
Match bets can be particularly relevant in a race like the Aintree Bowl, where the conversation is often framed around a small set of top-class chasers – including horses reappearing after Cheltenham.
Monitoring late movements in Aintree Bowl odds can provide useful insight, especially once final runners are confirmed and market confidence becomes clearer.
For additional insights around the meeting, you can also follow the latest updates on our dedicated horse racing blog section.
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