Champion Bumper Odds, Tips, Free Bets & Betting Offers
Updated: January 28, 2026 at 3:54 pm GMT+0
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The Irish have farmed the Weatherby’s Champion Bumper in recent years, a Grade 1 National Hunt Flat race over two miles, which brings the curtain down on Day 2 of the Cheltenham Festival.
Some stars of the future have won this National Hunt Flat race over the years, including Florida Pearl, Cue Card and Envoi Allen.
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| Race Details | |
|---|---|
| When: | Wednesday, March 11th - 5:20 pm |
| Winner’s Prize: | £45,560 |
| Distance: | Two-miles & half-a-furlong |
| Race Type: | Grade 1 National Hunt Flat Race |
| Age: | 4-6 Years |
| Course: | Old Course |
| Weights: | 10st 11lb (4yo), 11st 5lb (5-6yo), 7lb allowance for fillies and mares |
| Where to Watch? | Racing TV, Bookmaker Streams |
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Champion Bumper Betting Odds
Always a tough one for betting sites to price up in the build up, but as it stands right now, here's a look at the current market for the bumper.
Champion Bumper Tips
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What Happened in 2025?
The 2025 Champion Bumper went to Team Mullins, as they continued their strong hold on the contest.
Champion Bumper – Key Race Stats
- The last four-year-old to win was Cue Card in 2010. Since then, all winners have been either aged five or six.
- Just three favourites have won in the last 14 years
- 12 of the last 12 winners won on their previous run before the Champion Bumper
Previous Winners of the Champion Bumper
Check out the last five winners of the Champion Bumper below.
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Bambino Fever |
| 2024 | Jasmin De Vaux |
| 2023 | A Dream To Share |
| 2022 | Facile Vega |
| 2021 | Sir Gerhard |
FAQs
What day is the Champion Bumper at Cheltenham?
The Champion Bumper always brings the curtain down on Day 2 of Cheltenham Festival. In 2026, the race will be run on Wednesday, March 11th.
What is the distance of the Champion Bumper?
The Champion Bumper race is run over a distance of 2 miles on the Old Course.
Why are National Hunt Flat Races called Bumpers?
National Hunt Flat Races traditionally feature young and inexperienced horses, partnered by amateur jockeys. The term 'bumper' refer to the uncoordinated horses and jockeys who often bump into each other when racing.
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