The countdown to the 2008 Cheltenham Festival is now well underway. Many of the top National Hunt horses have started their campaigns, with the Cheltenham Festival in March the ultimate target. Tens of thousands of horse racing fans descend on the Cheltenham Festival every year, with a great number making the pilgrimage from Ireland.
The history of the Cheltenham Festival is like a list of jump racing’s greatest names – a win in a big Cheltenham race is a career defining moment. Arkle, Night Nurse, Dawn Run, Istabraq and Moscow Flyer are just some of the names synonymous with the Festival.
As ever, there are always a few key things to look for when doing your Cheltenham betting. When placing a Cheltenham bet, it is always good to check out course form. The Cheltenham racecourse boasts a steep finish and many fine horses have been found wanting up the famous hill. The peculiarities of the track can take some getting used to, so any horse that has won a Cheltenham race previously is always worth respecting.
When deciding on your Cheltenham Festival bet, it is also worth making sure your horse can last the trip. As mentioned before, the Cheltenham hill is a real tester and, if a horse has stamina problems, they will get found out. Try and make sure a horse has won over the race distance, if it has not won a race at Cheltenham before.
We also have a free bet offer for this year’s Cheltenham Festival. All new customers staking their first bet on a Cheltenham race will receive a free bet of the same value, up to £50. So make sure you do your Cheltenham betting with Ladbrokes!
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