Ryanair Chase
Outsiders claim key victories on Cheltenham Festival day three
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Day three of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, known as St Patrick's Thursday, saw several long-shot winners, including 33-1 Home By The Lee in the Paddy Power Stayers’ Hurdle and 40-1 White Noise in the Ryanair Mares’ Novices’ Hurdle. Heart Wood triumphed in the Ryanair Chase after favourite Fact To File was withdrawn due to unsuitable ground. British trainers secured multiple successes, narrowing the Prestbury Cup gap to 10-11 in favour of Ireland.
Racing experts have shared their predictions for the third day of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, known as St Patrick's Thursday, featuring key Grade 1 races including the Stayers’ Hurdle and Ryanair Chase. Selections vary across sources, with horses like Teahupoo and Wodhooh highlighted as strong contenders. The card includes seven races starting at 1:20pm, drawing attention to Irish-trained runners amid historical dominance.