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07 Apr

Grand National Opening Day (Thursday): Races, Runners & Racecard

2026-04-07 11:00:55
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-04-07 11:00:55

The time has come for the ultimate National Hunt event of the British horse racing calendar to take centrestage. The Grand National Festival takes place otrever the course of three days in the beginning of April each year. Its first day typically falls on a Thursday and is often referred to as the Grand National Opening Day. As the first day of the Festival, it sets the tone for the entire event and includes the Aintree Hurdle as its headline race. In this article you will find detailed information on what to expect on the first day of the Grand...

07 Apr

Horse Racing

Grand National Ladies Day (Friday) – Races, Runners & Racecard

2026-04-07 08:50:56
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-04-07 08:50:56

As the second day of the Grand National Festival settles in, it is time for the ladies to take over the Aintree Racecourse. The Grand National Ladies Day is the second day of the event that combines horse racing with some of the best examples of racecourse fashion. It typically falls on a Friday and includes a style award that recognises bold and vibrant fashion in three categories: best dressed, best suited, and best hat. The headline race of the day is the Melling Chase. In this article you will find detailed information on what to expect on the second day...

01 Apr

Horse Racing

All Weather Championships Finals Day 2026: Preview & Betting Odds

2026-04-01 15:37:17
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-04-01 15:37:17

The flat racing season may not have fully unfolded in the UK just yet, but one major highlight on the spring horse racing calendar is the All Weather Championships Finals Day. The culmination of the All Weather Championships, this year it will take place on 3 April, Good Friday, at the Newcastle Racecourse. The Championship was initially created in 2013 to develop all weather racing, improve its reputation, and motivate horse trainers and owners to stay in training in the winter months. Conducted between late October and Good Friday, it includes competitions in the following categories: 3 Year Old Championships ...

01 Apr

Horse Racing

How to Bet on the Grand National Online: Complete Betting Guide (2026)

2026-04-01 14:41:16
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-04-01 14:41:16

The National Hunt season is approaching its finale but not until the Aintree Racecourse opens its gates to the world’s greatest steeplechase, the Grand National Festival. One of the most prominent horse racing events in British culture, it attracts even those viewers and bettors who might not engage with horse racing fixtures at other times. We compiled a complete betting guide on how to bet on the Grand National online. Here we will take a look at the available markets, discuss the differences of betting online and at the venue, as well as go through every step of betting online. How...

13 Mar

Horse Racing

Cheltenham Gold Cup Odds & Betting

2026-03-13 11:44:52
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-03-13 11:44:52

If the Cheltenham Festival is the most prestigious and the most anticipated horse racing fixture of the National Hunt season, the Cheltenham Gold Cup is definitely its crown jewel. For a race of such distinguished reputation and the highest prize money for a non-handicap chase in Britain, it is not surprising that horse racing enthusiasts and bettors start following Gold Cup odds as soon as they become public. Here we will break down the Gold Cup betting markets, take a closer look at the currently offered odds, and review other significant aspects of betting on the race universally recognised as...

13 Mar

Horse Racing

Triumph Hurdle Odds – Betting Markets & Latest Prices

2026-03-13 10:53:35
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-03-13 10:53:35

As they say, all things come to an end, and so does the Cheltenham Festival 2026, even if only until next year. But before the final award ceremony takes place, let’s take a look at the Triumph Hurdle odds. This race opens the fourth and last day of the Festival, giving horse race enthusiasts and bettors yet another chance to place a wager at the Cheltenham Racecourse. Here you will find a detailed review of the Triumph Hurdle betting markets, updates on the current offered odds, and an in-depth review of how betting works both for the Triumph Hurdle and...

12 Mar

Horse Racing

Cheltenham Gold Cup Day (Friday) – Day 4 Races, Racecard & Runners

2026-03-12 13:07:27
Marisha Kazaryan
Sports journalist 2026-03-12 13:07:27

This year’s Cheltenham Festival is coming to an end on Friday, 13 March, but if you thought Cheltenham Day 4 was going to be quiet and breezy, this couldn’t be farther from the truth. With the Festival’s largest and most prestigious race lined up to take place on this day, the rafts can’t sustain their anticipation. In this article we will talk about the importance of Cheltenham Friday, take a look at the Cheltenham Day 4 racecards, races and runners, and see what the race cards have in store. What Is Gold Cup Day? The Gold Cup Day is the fourth and...

12 Mar

Horse Racing

Ryanair Chase Odds & Betting Guide

2026-03-12 12:54:17
Damanjeet Sethi
Sports journalist 2026-03-12 12:54:17

The third day’s premier race is the Ryanair Chase, which is run over 2 miles and 4½ furlongs on Cheltenham’s new course. Horses need to jump 17 fences along the way. If you’re planning to bet on this race, read our guide on Ryanair Chase odds, betting markets, and what to look for in a runner. New customers can check the Cheltenham Welcome Offer at 7bet. Ryanair Chase Odds When browsing Ryanair Chase betting markets, these are some of the most common bets you’ll find: Win betting Forecast betting Tricast betting Ryanair Chase Win Odds The Win market is straightforward: predict which horse will finish...

12 Mar

Horse Racing

Mares’ Hurdle Odds – Betting Markets & Latest Prices

2026-03-12 12:23:04
Damanjeet Sethi
Sports journalist 2026-03-12 12:23:04

The Cheltenham Festival has started, and fans and bettors have plenty of Grade 1 races to look forward to. In this article, we tell you about the Mares’ Hurdle odds and betting markets. The third day features two Grade 1 races – The Ryanair Chase and The Close Brothers Mares’ Hurdle. The Mares’ Hurdle is run over 2 miles and 4½ furlongs. Mares (aged 4 or older) have to jump over 10 hurdles. Trainer Willie Mullins’ mare Quevega dominated the race six years in a row (2009–2014). Lossiemouth, another mare trained by him, is the two-time defending champion. However, it has been...

12 Mar

Horse Racing

Cheltenham Day 3 Odds – Thursday Betting Markets & Prices

2026-03-12 11:16:24
Damanjeet Sethi
Sports journalist 2026-03-12 11:16:24

Day 3 of the annual Cheltenham Festival is known as St. Patrick’s Thursday. It’s a celebration of all things Irish. Here you will find the latest Cheltenham Thursday odds and betting markets. For a detailed review of each race scheduled on Thursday, check out our Cheltenham Day 3 guide. New customers can check the Cheltenham Welcome Offer at 7bet. Cheltenham Thursday Odds Bookmakers assign Cheltenham Day 3 odds to each horse based on their probability of winning the race. Horses with a strong physical form and recent wins may be considered favourites in a race. For these horses, you will find “short” odds, meaning...