Cheltenham Day 3 Tips
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St Patrick's Day at the Cheltenham Festival is headlined by the Stayers' Hurdle, the oldest of the four championship races at the meeting.
The only other Grade One on Thursday's card is the Ryanair Chase. The Turners' Novices' Chase was demoted to handicap status for the 2025 Festival. The Pertemps Final, Mares' Novices' Hurdle, Brown Advisory Plate and Kim Muir also features on the card.
The only other Grade One on Thursday's card is the Ryanair Chase. The Turners' Novices' Chase was demoted to handicap status for the 2025 Festival. The Pertemps Final, Mares' Novices' Hurdle, Brown Advisory Plate and Kim Muir also features on the card.
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2025 Cheltenham Festival Day 3 Tips
We've covered all seven races on day two including our verdict on the 2025 Stayers Hurdle. Follow our tips above.
Cheltenham Day 3 Card
| Time | Thursday Races | Status | Distance |
| 13:20 | Mares Novices' Hurdle | Grade Two | 2m 1f |
| 14:00 | Jack Richards Novices' Handicap Chase | Grade Two Handicap | 2m 4f |
| 14:40 | Pertemps Final | Listed Handicap | 3m |
| 15:20 | Ryanair Chase | Grade One | 2m 4f |
| 16:00 | Stayers' Hurdle | Grade One | 3m |
| 16:40 | Paddy Power Plate | Grade Three Handicap | 2m 4f |
| 17:20 | Kim Muir Challenge Cup | Class Two Handicap | 3m 2f |
Cheltenham Festival Day 3 FAQs
When is St. Patrick's Day at Cheltenham?
Day Three at Cheltenham, also known as St. Patrick's Day at the Cheltenham Festival, takes place on Thursday, March 13th 2025.
What is the feature race on Day Three of the Cheltenham Festival?
The 2025 Stayers' Hurdle is the highlight on St. Patrick's Day at Cheltenham.
How can I live stream the races at the Cheltenham Festival?
There are many bookmakers that allow you to watch the 2025 Cheltenham Festival live once you have placed a bet on it. We have a favourite betting site that we use, as they also stream most other sports in the world.
What is the first race on Day Three?
St. Patrick's Day kicks off with the Mares' Novices' Hurdle at 13:20. There are seven races in total on Thursday, 13th March 2025.
