Fact To File favored for Ryanair Chase at Cheltenham

The 2025 Cheltenham Festival continues with St Patrick's Thursday featuring key races. Fact To File is the favorite for the Ryanair Chase, while Teahupoo aims to defend his title in the Stayers’ Hurdle. Marine Nationale surprised fans by winning the Champion Chase, with Jonbon finishing second after hitting a fence. Ballyburn was unexpectedly defeated in the Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase. Today's highlights include the Ryanair Chase at 3:20 PM and the Stayers’ Hurdle at 4 PM. Competitors include Il Est Francais, Protektorat, The Wallpark, and Lucky Place.