Champion Hurdle Odds, Tips Free Bets & Betting Offers
Craig Jones
The Champion Hurdle is the championship contest for the very best two-mile hurdlers, and it has been won by some of the greatest horses in jump racing history, including See You Then and Istabraq, both three-time winners.
The Irish have won eight of the last 14 Champion Hurdles, but it was a winner for Britain in 2023 when Constitution Hill romped home to an easy success, giving trainer Nicky Henderson his fourth win in the race in the last seven running's.
Can he come back and win it again after a year out, or will 2024 winner State Man retain?
The feature race on day one of the Cheltenham Festival and the second biggest race of the entire meeting behind the Cheltenham Gold Cup, usually a race where you can find plenty of Cheltenham free bets and promotions.
Read on to find our Champion Hurdle betting offers, tips, odds and free bets for the 2025 Cheltenham Festival.
| Race Details | |
|---|---|
| When: | Tuesday, March 11th - 4:00pm |
| Winner’s Prize: | £262,078 |
| Distance: | Two-miles & half-a-furlong |
| Race Type: | Grade 1 Hurdle |
| Age: | 4-Years+ |
| Course: | Old Course |
| Weights: | 11st 2lb (4yo), 11st 10lb (5yo+), 7lb allowance for fillies and mares |
| Where to Watch? | ITV Racing, Racing TV, Bookmaker Streams |
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Champion Hurdle Betting Odds
A betting market that's come to life recently, with the news that Brighterdaysahead is coming here to take on Constitution Hill.
Lossiemouth remains undecided, should she run then she'll add another element for betting sites to try and factor in.
Constitution Hill remains odds on favourite for the race, despite the new competition, while you can almost get double figures for last year's winner State Man.
Champion Hurdle Tips
From our Cheltenham day 1 tips we have a NAP selection from Paddy Brennan, and he runs in the Champion Hurdle.
Paddy Brennan - Brighterdaysahead (Nap)
BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (Nap) has got a massive chance.
Obviously, it's Constitution Hill - he's a machine, probably one we've never seen the likes of, but I've seen weaknesses in him all year.
I haven't been proven right yet, but if Brightersdaysahead runs to her Leopardstown form plus the 7lb allowance she receives, she could serve it up to him.
It'll be a straightforward race for everyone because King Of Kingsfield will go off fast.
Brighterdaysahead will follow him, and Nico will follow her, and it's just when Brighterdaysahead takes it up - Will Nico be beside her or behind her?
But it's from the second last to the line where if push comes to shove, I think Brighterdaysahead will come out on top.
As for State Man, he's a solid horse, and he handles the occasion. If one or if one of the top two bombs out, he'll be picking up the pieces, but he's an each-way chance at best.
Recommendation: Brighterdaysahead (Nap) - 9/4 with bet365
What Happened Last Year?
With Constitution Hill unable to defend his crown from 2023, State Man would win the 2024 Champion Hurdle as a strong favourite for Willie Mullins and Paul Townend.
Champion Hurdle Key Race Stats
- 9 of the last 14 winners were favourites or joint-favourites
- 10 of the last 12 winners were aged between 6 and 8
- 11 out of the last 13 winners won on their last outing
Previous Winners of the Champion Hurdle
Here are the last five winners of the Champion Hurdle, one of the most prestigious races in jump racing.
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2024 | State Man |
| 2023 | Constitution Hill |
| 2022 | Honeysuckle |
| 2021 | Honeysuckle |
| 2020 | Epatante |
FAQs
What day is the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham?
The Champion Hurdle is the feature race of the opening day of the Cheltenham Festival. In 2025, this race will take place on Tuesday, March 11th.
What distance is the Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham?
Who won the Champion Hurdle in 2024?
The Willie Mullins trained State Man was winner of the 2024 Champion Hurdle.
What time is the Champion Hurdle?
The scheduled start time for the Champion Hurdle is 4:00pm.
What is the purse for the Champion Hurdle?
In 2025, the Champion Hurdle total prize fund will be £337,500, with £189,911 going to the winner.
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