Champion Hurdle Odds 2027:
Runners, Preview & Ante-Post

Champion Hurdle 2027 Odds

Champion Hurdle odds update throughout the National Hunt season. A live BetGoodwin price table appears directly below this section. Prices firm and drift as leading contenders compete in major autumn and winter hurdle trials before Festival week.

Both decimal and fractional prices appear on this page. Bettors can also review each-way terms before placing selections. Champion Hurdle betting odds continue to change until the race begins. Market movements often reflect recent performances, stable confidence and changing expectations before the Festival.

BetGoodwin applies Non-Runner No Bet to the championship market. The latest Champion Hurdle odds remain available throughout the ante-post period and during Festival week.

Champion Hurdle Ante-Post Odds

Cheltenham ante-post markets include Champion Hurdle odds, which are open now (July 2026) and continue to move throughout the National Hunt season. Prices respond as leading contenders compete in the Fighting Fifth Hurdle, Christmas Hurdle and International Hurdle. These races give bettors an early view of the championship market.

Cheltenham Champion Hurdle betting often begins months before Festival week, while Champion Hurdle betting continues to evolve as new form emerges. Ante-post betting offers the chance to secure longer prices but carries the risk of non-runners.

BetGoodwin reduces that risk by applying Non-Runner No Bet to the championship market. You can also explore the wider Cheltenham ante-post markets for every Championship race before the Festival.

Typical ante-post stages

• Autumn trial races
• Winter preparation races
• Festival week market movement

Runners & Non-Runners for the 2027 Champion Hurdle

The 2027 Champion Hurdle runners are declared 48 hours before the race, on Sunday of Festival week. Most fields contain between eight and fourteen proven two-mile hurdlers with Grade 1 form.

The complete field appears on the Cheltenham runners and riders page once officials confirm the declarations. If a declared runner withdraws, BetGoodwin returns stakes under its Non-Runner No Bet policy for this market. Updated Champion Hurdle odds reflect every confirmed runner, withdrawal and market adjustment before the race begins. Final declarations give bettors a clear view of the championship field before Festival week gets underway.

Champion Hurdle Race Preview

The Champion Hurdle crowns the National Hunt season’s leading two-mile hurdler. The Grade 1 contest covers 2 miles and 87 yards on Cheltenham’s Old Course. It remains the highlight of Champion Day and one of jump racing’s most prestigious races.

The course features eight hurdles across an undulating layout. Horses need fluent jumping, tactical speed and a strong finish up the famous hill. Positioning often proves as important as raw ability in such a competitive championship.

Modern renewals have highlighted the strength of Willie Mullins and Nicky Henderson. Horses such as Constitution Hill, State Man and Lossiemouth have shaped recent editions of the race. The Willie Mullins Champion Hurdle record and Nicky Henderson Champion Hurdle form remain key reference points for followers of the race.

The ante-post market develops throughout the season. The Fighting Fifth Hurdle, Christmas Hurdle and International Hurdle often provide the strongest form lines before March. Those races frequently influence both Champion Hurdle betting markets and public opinion surrounding the Cheltenham Champion Hurdle.

Visit the BetGoodwin Tips Hub for expert race analysis and the latest Champion Hurdle betting tips before Festival week.

Recent Champion Hurdle Winners

The last ten Champion Hurdle winners appear in the table below. They highlight the horses, trainers and jockeys that have shaped the race in recent seasons.

The 2026 renewal went to Lossiemouth, trained by Willie Mullins and ridden by Paul Townend. The mare started as the 7/5 favourite and won by six and a half lengths on good-to-soft ground. The performance delivered Mullins another Championship success and extended Lossiemouth’s remarkable Cheltenham Festival record.

Recent renewals reveal several clear trends. Irish trainers have dominated many editions, while repeat winners remain uncommon. Outstanding performers such as Honeysuckle, Constitution Hill and State Man helped define the modern era before Lossiemouth’s victory in 2026.

The Champion Hurdle recent winners archive provides a broader view of the race’s history and records.

Going Preferences at the Champion Hurdle

Going conditions always influence the Champion Hurdle. Recent editions have taken place on ground ranging from good to soft through to soft. Different horses perform better under different conditions, making weather forecasts an important part of race analysis.

Several recent renewals have been won on good-to-soft ground, although softer conditions have also produced successful winners. Softer conditions can favour proven stayers, while better ground often rewards horses with greater speed and sharper acceleration.

Weather during the days before the Festival remains one of the market’s biggest variables. Changes to the going forecast often influence the ante-post market, with Champion Hurdle odds adjusting as bettors reassess each contender.

Champion Day - Tuesday’s Full Card

The Champion Hurdle provides the feature race on Champion Day. It usually takes place at around 15:30 during a seven-race programme and stands as Tuesday’s championship contest. The day’s races showcase top-class novice, handicap and championship action throughout the afternoon.

Champion Day also features:

• Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, the traditional Festival opener
• Arkle Challenge Trophy
• Ultima Handicap Chase
• Mares’ Hurdle
• Boodles Juvenile Handicap Hurdle
• National Hunt Chase

Together, these races create one of the Festival’s strongest opening days and attract many of the National Hunt season’s leading horses, trainers and jockeys.

Visit the Champion Day page for the complete race card and confirmed 2027 schedule once officials publish the final race times in January 2027.

Related Bets & Offers

Champion Hurdle betting extends beyond the win market. Many bettors also choose each-way bets, forecasts, tricasts and selected insurance promotions during Festival week.

Available offers may also include Cheltenham Champion Hurdle free bets, subject to eligibility and current promotions. If you want to bet on Cheltenham Champion Hurdle markets alongside the wider Festival, visit BetGoodwin’s online sports betting in the UK section.

Popular market types include:

• Win betting
• Each-way betting
• Forecast bets
• Tricast bets
• Selected refund and insurance promotions
• Festival-wide offers

Every Champion Hurdle bet should follow the published market rules and applicable promotion terms.