Cheltenham Festival starts on March 11, 2025

The Cheltenham Festival begins on March 11 and runs until March 14, featuring a series of horse races. Last year, trainer Willie Mullins and jockey Paul Townend were notable winners, with Galopin Des Champs taking the Gold Cup. The Day 1 race schedule includes the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle at 1:20 PM and the Champion Hurdle at 4:00 PM. The final race, the National Hunt Novices’ Chase, is set for 5:20 PM. Weather for Tuesday is expected to be dry, with temperatures ranging from 4 to 9 degrees Celsius. The official going report indicates the track is Good to Soft. Fans can watch the races on ITV 1 and Racing TV.