Cheltenham Day 2 Tips - Wednesday's Tips for the 2025 Festival

Free expert tips for day two of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival

Updated: February 12, 2025 at 7:49 am GMT+0

The second day of the Cheltenham Festival is known as 'Style Wednesday', and we've got the action covered with our Cheltenham Day 2 tips.

Three Grade 1 races are on the card - the Turners Novices' Hurdle, Queen Mother Champion Chase, and the Champion Bumper.

Looking for expert Cheltenham tips? Check out our free Cheltenham Day 2 tips below.

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Turners Novices’ Hurdle TipsThe last 12 winners had at least placed on their previous run before the race
Brown Advisory Chase TipsAll 12 previous winners ran within the last 77 days
Coral Cup TipsJust one of the last 12 Coral Cup winners was sent off favourite
Cross Country Chase Tips9 of the last 11 Cross Country Chase winners had at least 1 previous win at Cheltenham
Champion Chase TipsAll 12 previous Champion Chase winners had at least 5 previous chase wins
Grand Annual Chase TipsJust 2 of the last 12 Grand Annual winners were sent off favourite
Champion Bumper TipsThe last 12 winners of the Champion Bumper won on their previous run before race
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Cheltenham Day 2 Betting Tips

The second day of the Cheltenham Festival is Style Wednesday, and our expert tipsters, Alan Kelly and Charlie McCann, have you covered with their top Cheltenham Day 2 tips - check out their tips pages for their best bets of the day!


Turners Novices’ Hurdle Tips

  • Tip 1 - 10 of the last 12 winners won their previous race before the Turners Novices' Hurdle
  • Tip 2 - 11 of the last 12 winners were aged 5 or 6
  • Tip 3 - The last 12 winners had at least placed on their previous run before the race
  • Tip 4 - All 12 previous winners had at least 2 runs over hurdles

New for 2025, Turners take over sponsorship of the opening race on Day Two of the Cheltenham Festival.

Officially known as the Baring Bingham Novices' Hurdle, it's a race that often produces future stars, with its list of winners including Faugheen, Samcro, and Envoi Allen.

Despite recent Irish dominance, Dan Skelton's The New Lion is prominent at the head of the betting after a string of dazzling performances, but he faces a potentially tough battle against the Willie Mullins-trained Final Demand.

Check out our Turners Novices’ Hurdle Betting Odds.


Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase Tips

  • Tip 1 - All 12 previous winners ran within the last 77 days
  • Tip 2 - Nine of the last 12 winners were in the top 3 in the betting
  • Tip 3 - 11 of the last 12 winners had at least 1 win that season
  • Tip 4 - 9 of the last 12 winners were rated 153 or higher

Next up is the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase, previously known as the RSA Chase, a demanding three-mile test for up-and-coming stayers with Cheltenham Gold Cup aspirations.

Willie Mullins landed the race in 2024 with the JP McManus-owned Fact To File, and he looks to have a strong hand in this year's renewal with Ballyburn and Dancing City heading the ante-post betting for the Closutton trainer.

Check out our Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase Betting Odds.


Coral Cup Tips

  • Tip 1 - All 12 previous winners had at least 2 previous wins over hurdles
  • Tip 2 - 10 of the last 12 winners had at least 1 previous run at Cheltenham
  • Tip 3 - Just one of the last 12 winners was sent off favourite
  • Tip 4 - 8 of the previous 12 Coral Cup winners were priced 12/1 or bigger

The first handicap of the day is the Coral Cup, one of the Festival’s most competitive races.

With a potential maximum of 26 runners, it always delivers a thrilling contest and plenty of luck in running is required.

The Dan Skelton-trained Langer Dan made history in 2024 as the first dual winner, but he would face a tough challenge of a much higher mark if he attempts a third victory in 2025.

Check out our Coral Cup Betting Odds.


Cross Country Chase Tips

  • Tip 1 - 9 of the last 11 winners had at least 1 previous win at Cheltenham
  • Tip 2 - 10 of the last 11 winners had at least 1 previous run at Cheltenham
  • Tip 3 - 9 of the previous 11 winners were in the top 3 in the betting
  • Tip 4 - 10 of the last 11 winners where aged 8 or older

In its early years, the Cross Country Chase was dominated by trainer Enda Bolger, who won four of the first five renewals for owner JP McManus.

McManus has owned seven of the 19 winners, highlighting the race's tendency to produce repeat champions.

A true test of a horse's versatility and stamina, it has seen multiple back-to-back winners, including Tiger Roll in 2018 and 2019.

The 2024 renewal was abandoned due to waterlogged ground, denying Delta Work the chance to claim a third victory.

Check out our Cross Country Chase Betting Odds.


Champion Chase Tips

  • Tip 1 - All 12 previous winners had at least 5 previous chase wins
  • Tip 2 - 11 of the last 12 winners were in the top 3 in the betting
  • Tip 3 - 7 of the last 12 winners ran in the Clarence House Chase on their previous run
  • Tip 4 - 10 of the previous 12 winners were rated 162 or higher

The Queen Mother Champion Chase, the highlight of Day 2 at Cheltenham, is the ultimate test of speed and precision over two miles of fences.

Quick, accurate jumping is crucial in this race, where the slightest mistake can prove costly.

The 2025 renewal is shaping up to be a thrilling clash, with the Nicky Henderson-trained Jonbon leading the betting.

However, two-time champion Energumene remains a formidable contender at 11, while last year's Arkle winner, Gaelic Warrior, possesses the raw talent to shake up the division if he brings his best form to the big stage.

Throw the exciting front-running Il Est Francais into the mix also, and the 2025 Champion Chase could be one of the week's highlights.

Check out our Champion Chase Betting Odds.


Grand Annual Chase Tips

  • Tip 1 - Just 2 of the last 12 winners were sent off favourite
  • Tip 2 - 11 of the previous 12 winners had a rating of 138 or higher
  • Tip 3 - 9 of the last 12 Grand Annual winners were priced at 10/1 or bigger
  • Tip 4 - Just 1 of the previous 12 winners won on their last run before the race

Previously the final race of the Cheltenham Festival, the Grand Annual was moved to Day 2 in 2021.

The switch to the Old Course has made the race an even greater test of speed, as this track is slightly shorter and sharper than the New Course, emphasising quick jumping and tactical positioning.

Typically a wide-open handicap, the final field will not be known until nearer the start of the Festival.

Check out our Grand Annual Chase Betting Odds.


Champion Bumper Tips

  • Tip 1 - All 12 previous winners had at least 1 run and 1 win that season
  • Tip 2 - The last 12 winners of the Champion Bumper won on their previous run before race
  • Tip 3 - Just 3 of the last 12 winners were favourite
  • Tip 4 - 10 of the previous 12 winners were rated 120 or higher

The Weatherbys Champion Bumper is the only flat race at the Cheltenham Festival and this race is always worth noting for future Festival contenders, as it often showcases raw talent that will develop over hurdles and fences in the years to come.

It's a race that has been dominated by trainer Willie Mullins, who has saddled the winner of the race on 13 occasions, including in 2024, with Jasmin De Vaux.

Check out our Champion Bumper Betting Odds.


Cheltenham Day 2 Schedule

Here is the schedule for Day 2 of the 2025 Cheltenham Festival, starting with the first race at 1:20 pm.

TimeCheltenham Day 2 Races
1:20pmTurners Novices’ Hurdle Race
2:00pmBrown Advisory Novices’ Chase
2:40pmCoral Cup
3:20pmCross Country Chase
4:00pmQueen Mother Champion Chase
4:50pmGrand Annual Chase
5:30pmChampion Bumper

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Cheltenham Festival Day 2 Overview

The second day of the Cheltenham Festival is all about the Queen Mother Champion Chase - an extreme test of jumping ability and speed.

The Cross Country Chase is a real marmite event, but it certainly offers a different angle for punters at the Cheltenham Festival and is worth watching at 4:10pm.

We’ve also got a chance to see what the future will look like, with the Champion Bumper rounding off the card, a flat race for youngsters who will be going jumping next season, and a chance for them to get an early moment in the spotlight.


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Cheltenham Day 2 FAQs

When is Cheltenham Ladies Day?

Ladies Day at the Cheltenham Festival always takes place on the second day of the four-day Festival and always falls on the Wednesday. In 2025, Cheltenham Ladies Day is on Wednesday 12th March.

What is the feature race on Day 2 of Cheltenham?

The feature race on Day 2 of the Cheltenham Festival is the Queen Mother Champion Chase, which is run over two miles on the Old Course.

Who won the Queen Mother Champion Chase in 2024?

The Irish runner Captain Guinness won the 2024 Champion Chase, landing a surprise result on the day.

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