Cheltenham Festival 2026 remains 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 offered to new account holders who sign up through the links in this article. It's a basic method to get more value when banking on a few of the greatest races on day three at the Cheltenham Festival.

Betfair Cheltenham Festival day 3 deal: get ₤ 30 in free bets when you wager ₤ 10

For those seeking to bet on day 3 of the Festival, Betfair has a standout promotion. By positioning a ₤ 10 certifying bet, brand-new customers can receive 3 ₤ 10 complimentary bets once the requirements are satisfied.

This is a strong choice if you want additional stakes to spread throughout numerous races or attempt some bigger-priced selections throughout the afternoon.

How to claim your Betfair Cheltenham wagering offer

Securing your Cheltenham Festival totally free bets is simple. Follow these steps to begin:

1. Click the 'Get going' button on Betfair's Sportsbook page

2. Create your username and password

3. Make a deposit of ₤ 10 or more utilizing Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or a

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

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

Betfair betting offer: ₤ 30 in Cheltenham day 3 free bets terms and conditions

Before placing any bets, inspect the complete regards to the offer. Key points consist of:

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

- Qualifying bets should be put on any sport

- Customers will get three ₤ 10 complimentary bets

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

- Free bets stand for 1 month

- Only deposits made via Pay by Bank, Apple Pay or debit card qualify

Always read Betfair's complete T&C s to guarantee you understand the rules.

Cheltenham Festival day 3 preview

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

The Gordon Elliott-trained Teahupoo has been a routine in this contest over the last couple of years, a winner in 2024, 3rd in 2023 and second to Bob Olinger 12 months earlier.

He is expected to handle stablemate, and the JP McManus-owned Honest Policy, who was last seen completing 3rd to Impose Toi at Ascot in December. The marketplace recommends 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 three high-level contests on the day, and Wodhooh seems among Elliott's finest opportunities across the whole week.

The Grade 1 Ryanair Chase is likewise an interesting 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 also include, as well as the constantly competitive Pertemps Handicap Hurdle

Cheltenham day 3 Ryanair Chase contenders

Here are a few of the horses expected to include in the Ryanair Chase on day three of the Festival:

Note, these odds go through change

For more specialist insight, examine out our expert Cheltenham Festival day 3 ideas 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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