Welcome to our live coverage of the final day, Day 4, of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. Today promises an exciting lineup of events, including the highly-anticipated Gold Cup Steeple Chase scheduled for 4pm. Inothewayurthinkin aims to secure a consecutive victory after triumphing over Galopin Des Champs last year, showing a return to form ahead of the race.
Joining the starting line-up are Harry Redknapp’s The Jukebox Man, Gaelic Warrior, and Jango Bai, along with the Irish and Welsh Grand National winner Haiti Couleurs, who is among the top contenders. Besides the Gold Cup, there are other races scheduled throughout the day, such as the JCB Triumph Hurdle at 1.20pm and the Princess Royal Challenge Cup Open Hunters’ Steeple Chase at 4.40pm.
The weather forecast predicts light rain and showers with a moderate breeze, resulting in good to soft ground conditions. Stay tuned for live updates from Cheltenham as the Festival draws to a close.
Inothewayurthinkin is poised for a remarkable comeback bid in the Boodles Cheltenham Gold Cup. The gelding, who thwarted Galopin Des Champs’ hat-trick attempt last year, faced setbacks in recent races but has shown improved form under trainer Gavin Cromwell’s guidance, potentially making him a favorite for the race.
Jockey Ben Jones expresses confidence in The Jukebox Man, owned by Harry Redknapp, ahead of the Gold Cup event. The festival nears its end, culminating in the prestigious Gold Cup race where contenders vie for victory over twenty-two challenging fences.
Bet 365’s Racing Pro Pat Cooney anticipates soft ground conditions following overnight rain, noting a surge in support for Haiti Coleurs in the Gold Cup race. Other favored contenders include Sinnatra and The Passing Wife in their respective races, with Kel Histoire standing out as a notable choice in the day’s finale.
The day’s schedule includes a series of thrilling races, culminating in the Gold Cup at 4pm, where Inothewayurthinkin aims to defend its title amidst a competitive field. Watch out for Gaelic Warrior, boosted by Bet 365 to secure a top-5 finish in the Gold Cup.
Join us for all the latest updates and insights from the Cheltenham Festival as we cover the action-packed Day 4, featuring the prestigious Gold Cup race. Get ready for a day filled with excitement and high-stakes competition.