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The Queen Mother Champion Chase is the feature race of Day Two (Wednesday) at the Cheltenham Festival. One of the most anticipated two-mile chases in the National Hunt calendar, this Grade 1 contest showcases the very best steeplechasers competing for a prize fund of over £400,000.
The 2026 renewal takes place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, as part of the Cheltenham Festival's prestigious four-day programme. As the premier two-mile chase in jump racing, this race consistently delivers thrilling finishes and memorable performances.
Queen Mother Champion Chase: Race History
The inaugural running of the Queen Mother Champion Chase took place in 1959, establishing itself as one of the Cheltenham Festival's most prestigious contests. Named in honour of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, a passionate racing enthusiast, the race has become a highlight of the Festival's second day.
Contested over two miles with 13 fences, the Queen Mother Champion Chase requires a unique combination of speed, stamina, and jumping ability. The race regularly attracts the finest two-mile chasers from Britain and Ireland, making it one of the most competitive events at Cheltenham.
Notable Champions:
- Multiple winners have achieved legendary status in this race
- The fastest two-mile chasers in training compete annually
- Willie Mullins and Nicky Henderson have dominated recent renewals
- Irish and British trainers have shared success in this contest
The race forms part of National Hunt racing's Triple Crown of two-mile chases, alongside the Tingle Creek Chase and the Desert Orchid Chase, cementing its importance in the racing calendar.
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