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Champion Chase Betting 2027:
Queen Mother Odds & Runners

Wednesday 17 March 2027 · 16:30 · 1m 7f

Intro

Champion Chase Betting 2027: Queen Mother Odds & Runners

Champion Chase betting for 2027 is now available on this page for the Queen Mother Champion Chase. The Grade 1 two-mile steeplechase headlines Style Wednesday at Prestbury Park’s Old Course. The race takes place on Wednesday 17 March 2027 during the four-day Cheltenham Festival, which runs from 16-19 March 2027.

This page brings together live odds and 2027 ante-post prices. It also covers the declared field, recent winners and going preferences. You can also explore BetGoodwin’s Cheltenham Festival hub for race guides, betting offers and coverage across all four days. BetGoodwin offers Non-Runner No Bet on the Champion Chase market, providing added confidence before declarations. Follow the latest prices here as the season develops and the Festival approaches.

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Runners

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Trainer Record

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Willie Mullins

Gold Cup: 2 wins from 18

Nicky Henderson

Gold Cup: 1 win from 22

Paul Nicholls

Gold Cup: 4 wins from 30

Champion Chase preview · intro, races, tips, non-runners & offers

Champion Chase Betting 2027: Queen Mother Odds & Runners

Champion Chase 2027 Odds

The live Champion Chase odds table below displays the latest BetGoodwin prices for the 2027 championship. It updates as the market reacts to performances throughout the National Hunt season. You’ll always see the latest Champion Chase betting odds in one place. Prices continue to firm and drift after the season’s major two-mile chase trials. These include Cheltenham’s November Meeting, the Tingle Creek, Clarence House and Game Spirit. You can view both decimal and fractional formats on this page, together with each-way terms where available. Non-Runner No Bet also applies to this Champion Chase betting market. [Template-rendered odds table follows]

 

Champion Chase Ante-Post Odds

Queen Mother Champion Chase ante-post odds are available now through BetGoodwin’s Cheltenham ante-post markets. Champion Chase betting remains open throughout the season, with prices changing after every major two-mile chase trial and other significant performances. Backing a horse early can secure bigger prices than those available closer to the Festival. However, ante-post betting also carries the risk that your selection may not run. BetGoodwin’s Non-Runner No Bet concession helps reduce that uncertainty by returning your stake if your horse is withdrawn before the race. You can also compare the latest Champion Chase odds across the wider Festival markets. BetGoodwin’s Cheltenham ante-post hub includes Queen Mother Champion Chase betting odds alongside every other championship contest. Typical ante-post stages include:
  • Autumn trial races
  • Winter preparation period
  • Festival week market moves

 

Runners & Non-Runners for the 2027 Champion Chase

The 2027 Queen Mother Champion Chase runners are declared 48 hours before the race, on the Monday of Festival week. The confirmed field usually features proven Grade 1 two-mile chasers. They need the pace, jumping ability and tactical speed to excel on Cheltenham’s Old Course. Most editions attract between six and ten declared runners, making it one of the smaller championship fields of the Festival. You can find the confirmed runners for every Style Wednesday race on the dedicated Cheltenham runners page. The page updates as official declarations are published. If a declared horse is later withdrawn, BetGoodwin’s Non-Runner No Bet policy applies. Your stake is returned on that selection for the Champion Chase betting market. [Template-rendered runners table populates late on the Monday of Festival week]

 

Champion Chase Race Preview

The Queen Mother Champion Chase is the Grade 1 two-mile championship for the National Hunt’s leading speed chasers. Every edition of the Champion Chase tests pace, precision and consistency over one of the Festival’s fastest championship distances. It remains one of the standout contests for anyone following Champion Chase Cheltenham markets throughout the season. The race takes place over 13 fences on Cheltenham’s Old Course. Horses must jump accurately throughout. They also need to maintain a strong tempo from the start. Tactical speed and the final climb often decide the result. The modern era has featured outstanding performances from Willie Mullins and Nicky Henderson. Champions including Energumene, Un De Sceaux, Sprinter Sacre and Altior have strengthened their records in this championship. Willie Mullins Queen Mother Champion Chase record and Nicky Henderson Champion Chase form remain important reference points before every renewal. Ante-post markets develop after the Tingle Creek, Clarence House and Game Spirit Chase. Those races often shape expectations before the Festival. Visit the Tips Hub for the latest Champion Chase betting tips and race analysis as the 2027 running approaches.

 

Recent Champion Chase Winners

The last ten Queen Mother Champion Chase winners appear in the template-rendered table below. The roll of honour highlights the horses, trainers, jockeys and starting prices that have shaped the championship during the modern Festival era. The 2026 running went to Il Etait Temps, ridden by Paul Townend for Willie Mullins. The eight-year-old started at 5/2 and defeated Libberty Hunter by 10 lengths on good-to-soft ground. Recent renewals have featured multiple repeat champions and dominant performances from leading Irish and British stables. Sprinter Sacre, Altior and Energumene each won the race twice, while the Mullins and Henderson yards have enjoyed sustained success. Champion Chase recent winners - History & Records guide launches in Tier 3. For a broader historical record, explore the all-time archive of the Cheltenham Queen Mother Champion Chase. [Template-rendered recent winners table follows]

 

Going Preferences at the Champion Chase

Going conditions often play an important role in the Champion Chase. The March Festival can produce ground ranging from good to soft through to soft. Small changes in underfoot conditions can influence how strongly a two-mile specialist travels and finishes, particularly on Cheltenham’s demanding uphill run-in. Recent renewals have taken place on various official going descriptions. Elite championship performers often adapt well to different conditions. However, some horses produce their best form on quicker ground. Others thrive when softer conditions place greater emphasis on stamina. Weather forecasts during Festival week often influence the ante-post market. Champion Chase betting markets can react quickly as the expected going changes.

 

Style Wednesday - Wednesday’s Full Card

The Champion Chase is the feature race of Style Wednesday and is scheduled for approximately 15:30. It forms part of a seven-race programme that combines championship contests with competitive handicaps and novice events. The full card traditionally includes:
  • Ballymore Novices’ Hurdle
  • Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase
  • Coral Cup
  • Cross Country Chase
  • Grand Annual Chase
  • Champion Bumper

 

Visit the Style Wednesday page for the complete Day 2 schedule and confirmed 2027 race times when they are published in January 2027.

 

Related Bets & Offers

Champion Chase betting offers during Festival week can include enhanced each-way terms, forecast and tricast markets. Selected insurance and refund promotions may also be available. These markets give customers different ways to enjoy the Queen Mother Champion Chase betting experience alongside the main win market. You can also explore BetGoodwin’s dedicated Cheltenham offers page for promotions available across the Festival. If you want to place a Queen Mother Champion Chase bet, BetGoodwin offers a full range of horse racing markets. If you want to bet on Queen Mother champion steeple chase markets, you’ll also find a full range of horse racing betting sites and racing markets through the BetGoodwin sportsbook.

Winners

Recent winners table (10 years)

Year Winner Trainer Jockey
2026 Il Etait Temps Willie Mullins Paul Townend
2025 Marine Nationale Barry Connell Sean Flanagan
2024 Captain Guinness Henry de Bromhead Rachael Blackmore
2023 Energumene Willie Mullins Paul Townend
2022 Energumene Willie Mullins Paul Townend
2021 Put The Kettle On Henry de Bromhead Aidan Coleman
2020 Politologue Paul Nicholls Harry Skelton
2019 Altior Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville
2018 Altior Nicky Henderson Nico de Boinville
2017 Special Tiara Henry de Bromhead Noel Fehily

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

The race is scheduled for Wednesday 17 March 2027 and serves as the feature race of Style Wednesday at the Cheltenham Festival. The race is expected to start at approximately 15:30. The full 2027 timetable will be confirmed when the official Festival schedule is published in January 2027.

Champion Chase betting is available throughout the season, with ante-post markets already open for the 2027 renewal. During Festival week, live Champion Chase odds appear on this page. Available markets typically include win, each-way, forecast, tricast and selected side bets. Non-Runner No Bet also applies to the championship market.

Non-Runner No Bet means your stake is returned if your selected horse is withdrawn before the race is declared off. The concession applies to BetGoodwin’s championship market for the Champion Chase. Other side markets follow their standard settlement rules. See the Cheltenham non-runners policy for full details.

The favourite changes throughout the National Hunt season as the leading two-mile chasers contest major trial races. Rather than naming a horse that may quickly change, refer to the live Champion Chase odds table above. It provides the latest prices and reflects current market expectations.

The most recent was won by Il Etait Temps in 2026. Paul Townend rode the Willie Mullins-trained runner to victory at starting odds of 5/2, winning by 10 lengths. You can find additional details in the Recent Winners table above.