Cheltenham Fans Eye Up 2025 Ante-Post Odds

The 2025 Cheltenham Festival will commence on Tuesday, March 11

With the curtain barely drawn on four days of excitement at Prestbury Park during the 2024 Cheltenham Festival, serious racing fans and punters are already turning their attention to the 2025 renewal.

The 2025 Cheltenham Festival will commence on Tuesday, March 11, with Champion Hurdle Day and conclude on Friday, March 14, culminating in the prestigious Gold Cup Day. All eyes are on Galopin Des Champs, who will be aiming for a historic hat-trick after recent successes in the Cheltenham Gold Cup.

One name garnering significant interest in early ante-post betting markets is Ballyburn. The convincing Gallagher Novices’ Hurdle winner has attracted nearly 12% of all ante-post bets for the 2025 festival since the final declarations of this year's races. This emerging talent has sparked the interest of punters across several key races: 35% of his backers are supporting him for the Champion Hurdle (best priced at 10/1), while 29% believe he’ll thrive in the Arkle Chase.

Additionally, 20% have their eyes on the Turners Novices’ Chase, and 16% are keen to see him conquer the Brown Advisory Novices’ Chase.

For all the latest news on the festival, including the key contenders, jockey lineups, and expert tips, Cheltenhamfestival.co.uk will provide comprehensive coverage.

With a full year to go, the excitement is building steadily as racing enthusiasts eagerly anticipate another thrilling chapter in one of horse racing's most cherished traditions.

Stay tuned for more updates as we gear up for an unforgettable 2025 Cheltenham Festival.