Welcome to the live coverage of the final day, Day 4, of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. Today marks the climax of the event, featuring the eagerly awaited Gold Cup Steeple Chase scheduled for 4pm. Inothewayurthinkin aims to secure consecutive victories after triumphing over Galopin Des Champs last year. The lineup includes contenders such as Harry Redknapp’s The Jukebox Man, Gaelic Warrior, and Jango Bai, with Haiti Couleurs, the Irish and Welsh Grand National champion, also being a top contender.
Aside from the main event, several other races are scheduled throughout the day, including the JCB Triumph Hurdle at 1:20pm and the Princess Royal Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase at 4:40pm. Weather conditions predict light rain and showers with a moderate breeze, resulting in good to soft ground.
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In other news, amateur jockey Charlie Marshall has been handed a 12-day ban for pushing Pointing Pointers Queen’s Cup ‘Grassroots’ Open Hunters’ Chase winner Go On Chez to the finish line at Fakenham, despite the horse showing signs of fatigue. The incident led to a stewards inquiry, attributing the horse’s fall at the last obstacle to the jockey’s actions.
Rich Ricci expressed jubilation after Gaelic Warrior claimed victory in the Gold Cup, marking his first win in the race after 21 years of effort. The successful ride was credited to jockey Paul, contributing to a memorable week of racing at the festival.
In a tragic turn of events, Envoi Allen, ridden by Darragh O’Keefe, passed away after the Gold Cup race, despite placing 9th. The horse collapsed post-race, with veterinary attention on site.
The Princess Royal Hunters Chase saw Barton Snow emerge victorious in a closely contested race. The event showcased intense competition, highlighting the thrill of the sport.
As we look forward to the upcoming races, the excitement and unpredictability of the Gold Cup race continue to captivate fans and participants alike. Stay tuned for more updates and results as the action unfolds at Cheltenham.