Cheltenham Festival 2026 is in full speed, and Betfair are offering new clients the chance to claim ₤ 30 in complimentary bets when they bet ₤ 10 today.

This promotion is solely readily available to new account holders who sign up through the links in this article. It's an easy method to get more value when banking on a few of the greatest races on day 3 at the Cheltenham Festival.

Betfair Cheltenham Festival day three offer: get ₤ 30 in totally free bets when you wager ₤ 10

For those looking to bank on day 3 of the Festival, Betfair has a standout promo. By positioning a ₤ 10 certifying bet, new consumers can get three ₤ 10 totally free bets once the requirements are met.

This is a strong option if you want extra stakes to spread across numerous races or try some bigger-priced choices throughout the afternoon.

How to declare your Betfair Cheltenham wagering offer

Securing your Cheltenham Festival totally free bets is uncomplicated. Follow these actions to get begun:

1. Click the 'Begin' button on Betfair's Sportsbook page

2. Create your username and password

3. Make a deposit of ₤ 10 or more using Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or a debit card

4. Place a ₤ 10 qualifying bet on any sport at chances of evens (2.0) or higher

5. Receive 3x ₤ 10 free bets to use on Bet Builders, accumulators or multiples


Betfair wagering offer: ₤ 30 in Cheltenham day 3 free bets terms

Before placing any bets, examine the complete terms of the deal. Key points consist of:

- Place a minimum ₤ 10 bet on Sportsbook at odds of evens (2.0) or higher

- Qualifying bets should be positioned on any sport

- Customers will receive 3 ₤ 10 complimentary bets

- Free bets should be utilized on Bet Builders, accumulators or multiples

- Free bets stand for one month

- Only deposits made through Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or debit card certify


Always read Betfair's complete T&C s to ensure you understand the guidelines.

Cheltenham Festival day 3 preview

St Patrick's Day Thursday is another action-packed day on the track, with the Paddy Power Stayers' Hurdle heading the card.

The Gordon Elliott-trained Teahupoo has been a routine in this contest over the last few years, a winner in 2024, third in 2023 and 2nd to Bob Olinger 12 months ago.

He is expected to take on stablemate, and the JP McManus-owned Honest Policy, who was last seen finishing 3rd to Impose Toi at Ascot in December. The market suggests that Skelton's Kabral Du Mathan is Britain's finest hope, with the Emma Lavelle-trained Ma Shantou also fancied.

The Grade 1 David Nicholson Mares' Hurdle is the second of 3 high-level contests on the day, and Wodhooh seems among Elliott's best chances throughout the whole week.

The Grade 1 Ryanair Chase is likewise an appealing affair, with Fact To File and back-to-back Grade 1 winner Jonbon running for Nicky Henderson.

The Grade 2 Ryanair Mares' Novices' Hurdle, Grade 2 Golden Miller Handicap Chase and Kim Muir Handicap likewise feature, in addition to the constantly competitive Pertemps Handicap Hurdle

Cheltenham day 3 Ryanair Chase contenders

Here are some of the horses expected to feature in the Ryanair Chase on day three of the Festival:

Note, these chances are subject to alter

For more specialist insight, have a look at our specialist Cheltenham Festival day 3 pointers for the very best racing picks.

Cheltenham Festival 2026 day 3 schedule

Champion Bumper

Thursday at Cheltenham

1.20 pm - Mares' Novices' Hurdle.

2.00 pm - Jack Richards Novices' Chase

2.40 pm - Mares' Hurdle

3.20 pm - Stayers' Hurdle

4.00 pm - Ryanair Chase

4.40 pm - Pertemps Handicap Hurdle

5.20 pm - Amateur Jockeys' Handicap Chase


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