Welcome to the live blog coverage of the final day, Day 4, of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. Today is packed with thrilling action, culminating in the highly-anticipated Gold Cup Steeple Chase at 4pm. Inothewayurthinkin aims to secure a consecutive victory after triumphing over Galopin Des Champs last year. The field also includes Harry Redknapp’s The Jukebox Man, Gaelic Warrior, Jango Bai, and the favorite, Haiti Couleurs.
Apart from the Gold Cup, the day features other exciting races like 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.
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In other news, amateur jockey Charlie Marshall faces a 12-day ban for persisting with a horse that faltered during a race. The Cheltenham Racecourse confirmed the incident, stating that the horse took a fall at the final obstacle.
Meanwhile, Rich Ricci expressed jubilation after Gaelic Warrior clinched the Gold Cup, ending his long quest for victory. The race saw thrilling moments, and Barton Snow emerged victorious in the Princess Royal Hunters Chase.
For detailed race updates and odds, visit Bet365 for the latest information. The Gold Cup race saw Gaelic Warrior emerge victorious, marking a memorable end to the festival. It’s a bittersweet moment as Envoi Allen tragically passed away after the Gold Cup race.
Gold Cup winning jockey Paul Townend was elated with the outcome, praising the team effort that led to victory. As the festival concludes, memories of this year’s event will linger, with fans speculating on future contenders for the prestigious Gold Cup title.