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Il Etait Temps wins Champion Chase on Cheltenham day two
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Il Etait Temps secured a dominant victory in the BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase on day two of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, marking a strong performance for Irish runners. The day featured five Irish wins out of seven races, including surprises in the Grand Annual and Cross Country Chase, amid celebrations for Ladies Day. Tragedy struck with the death of HMS Seahorse in the BetMGM Handicap Hurdle.