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The Stayers' Hurdle is the feature race on the third day (Thursday) of the Cheltenham Festival, showcasing the finest staying hurdlers in National Hunt racing. As the championship race for three-mile hurdlers, this Grade 1 contest attracts a prize fund of over £400,000 and is one of the most prestigious staying hurdle races in the calendar.
The 2026 renewal takes place on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at Prestbury Park. Contested over three miles with twelve hurdles to navigate, the Stayers' Hurdle demands exceptional stamina, jumping ability, and tactical racing intelligence.
Stayers' Hurdle: Race History
First run in 1912, the Stayers' Hurdle has evolved to become the premier staying hurdle race in Britain and Ireland. Originally known simply as the "Champion Hurdle Trial Handicap," the race gained Grade 1 status and became known as the World Hurdle before adopting its current name as the Stayers' Hurdle.
The race has been won by some of the greatest staying hurdlers in history, with multiple champions cementing their legendary status through repeat victories.
Notable Champions:
- Big Buck's achieved an unprecedented four consecutive victories (2009-2012)
- Inglis Drever won three times (2005, 2007, 2008)
- Willie Mullins has trained multiple winners of this prestigious contest
- The race regularly attracts top staying hurdlers from both Britain and Ireland
Cheltenham Festival Day Three at 888sport
The Stayers' Hurdle headlines Thursday's card at the Cheltenham Festival, which traditionally features seven competitive races. 888sport offers competitive odds across all Festival races, with comprehensive betting markets and special promotions during racing's premier jump meeting.
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