Cheltenham Day 1 Tips
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Day One of the 2023 Cheltenham Festival marks the start of the greatest show on Turf, with stellar Grade 1 races on Champion Day such as the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at 13:30 and the Champion Hurdle.
Experience the roar and get in on the thrill of Cheltenham with our expert tips for each of the Festival races taking place on Tuesday, 14th March 2023.
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2023 Cheltenham Festival Day 1 Tips
We've covered all seven races on day one including our verdict on the 2023 Champion Hurdle. Follow our tips below.
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Cheltenham Races Day 1 - Champion Hurdle Day (Tuesday 15th March 2022)
- Date Race Name Prize Money Distance Track
- Tue 12 13:30 Supreme Novices’ Hurdle (Grade 1) £125,000 2m 1/2f Cheltenham
- Tue 12 14:10 Arkle Challenge Trophy (Grade 1) £175,000 2m Cheltenham
- Tue 12 14:50 Ultima Handicap Chase (Group 3) £110,000 3m 1/2f Cheltenham
- Tue 12 15:30 Champion Hurdle (Grade 1) £450,000 2m 1/2f Cheltenham
- Tue 12 16:10 Mares' Hurdle (Grade 1) £120,000 2m 4f Cheltenham
- Tue 12 16:50 Boodles Handicap Hurdle (Grade 3) £80,000 2m abt ½f Cheltenham
- Tue 12 17:30 National Hunt Chase (Grade 2) £125,000 4m Cheltenham
Cheltenham Festival Day 1 FAQs
When is the 2023 Cheltenham Festival going to be run?
The 2023 Cheltenham Festival starts at 13:30 on Tuesday, 14th March 2023, starting with the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, and finishes on Friday, 17th March 2023 after the Gold Cup.
How can I stream the races at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival?
There are many bookmakers that allow you to watch Cheltenham races live once you have placed a bet on it. We have a favourite betting site that we use, as they also stream pretty much every other sport in the world.
What is the first race on Day One of the Cheltenham Festival?
The Festival kicks off with the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at 13:30 on Tuesday, March 14th 2023.
How loud is the Cheltenham Roar?
Ruby Walsh once said: "The Cheltenham roar is like nothing else in National Hunt racing. It's that bit louder. That bit more boisterous". In fact, the Cheltenham Roar is 119 decibels.
