Triumph Hurdle Tips, Odds, Free Bets, Betting Offers & Preview
Updated: March 12, 2026 at 6:19 pm GMT+0
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The Triumph Hurdle is a race run exclusively for four-year-old juvenile novices with eight flights to be jumped, and it kicks off the action on the fourth and final day of the Cheltenham Festival.
A two-mile and one-furlong contest, the Triumph Hurdle is a kindergarten for future stars, with recent winners including Our Conor and Tiger Roll.
Read on for Triumph Hurdle betting odds, tips, and Cheltenham free bets.
| Race Details | |
|---|---|
| When: | Friday, March 13th - 1:20pm |
| Winner’s Prize: | £150,000 |
| Distance: | Two-miles & one-furlong |
| Race Type: | Grade 1 Hurdle |
| Age: | 4-Years only |
| Course: | New Course |
| Weights: | 11st 0lbs (7lb allowance for fillies) |
| Where to Watch? | ITV Racing, Racing TV, Bookmaker Streams |
Triumph Hurdle Betting Offers & Free Bets
The Triumph Hurdle will lead the last day of the Cheltenham Festival. Below are some great free bets that you can use for your new accounts.
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Triumph Hurdle Betting Odds
Here's a look at the latest from UK betting sites as we countdown to the Triumph Hurdle.
Triumph Hurdle Tips
There’s plenty of talk about PROACTIF in this race, the JP McManus-owned runner trained by Willie Mullins. The market support around 7/2 and positive noises from the Mullins camp suggest he could be the one to beat.
Recommendation: Proactif - 4/1 with bet365
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What Happened in 2025?
It was Willie Mullins outsider Poniros who came home in front, the first time we'd seen him over hurdles, winning the Triumph at 100/1.
Triumph Hurdle Key Stats
- 10 of the last 13 winners had at least two previous runs over hurdles
- 11 of the previous 13 winners had at least one win over hurdles
- Nine of the last 13 winners were rated 140 or higher
Previous Winners of the Triumph Hurdle
Check out the last five winners of the Triumph Hurdle in the table below.
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Poniros |
| 2024 | Majborough |
| 2023 | Lossiemouth |
| 2022 | Vauban |
| 2021 | Quilixios |
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FAQs
When is the Triumph Hurdle?
The Triumph Hurdle is the traditional opening race on the fourth and final day of the Cheltenham Festival. In 2026 the Triumph Hurdle will open proceedings on Friday, March 13th, with the race due off at 1:20pm.
What weights are carried for the Triumph Hurdle?
All horses in the Triumph Hurdle carry a weight of 11 stone. Fillies are given a 7lb allowance, meaning they only carry 10 stone 7lb.
What age must a horse be to run in the Triumph Hurdle?
The Triumph Hurdle is a race for juvenile hurdlers and is only open to horses aged four years old.
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