Day Two Tips for Cheltenham: Professional Analysis for the Queen Mother Champion Chase

Get ready for another exciting round of Cheltenham action on day two, following an exciting first day. After carefully examining the card, our knowledgeable tipster and current Racing Post National Press Challenge champion, Jason Heavey, offers his best selections for the second day of the Cheltenham Festival, which includes the esteemed Queen Mother Champion Chase.

13:30: Ballyburn’s Dominance Revealed in the Gallagher Novices Curve

All eyes are on Ballyburn, who is leading a fierce Willie Mullins yard attack in the Gallagher Novices Hurdle. At the Dublin Racing Festival, Ballyburn proved his mettle with a seven-length Grade One victory, going undefeated in big races. Despite significant opposition from stablemates and competitors such as Handstands and Jingko Blue, he has a compelling case to make in this race.

Advice: BALLYBURN Everyway: Blue Jingko

14:10: The Stamina Duel: Brown Advisory Novices Chase

A confrontation between the tenacious Stay Away Fay and the preferred Fact to File is promised by the Brown Advisory Novices Chase. Thanks to his festival experience and strong showing in the Cotswold Chase, Nicholls and Cobden are confident that Stay Away Fay will outlast his opponent. At 12-1, American Mike is an alluring each-way choice because of his track record of overcoming Fact to File.

Advice: AVOID FAY.
Every way: Mike, the American

14:50: Coral Cup: The Triumphant Return of Doddie the Great

In the Coral Cup, Nicky Henderson’s Doddie the Great stands out. Doddie the Great’s dramatic triumph at Ascot marked the end of his return odyssey, despite recent setbacks. Nico De Boinville prefers Doddie the Great over competitors like Lucky Place and Sa Majeste because of his strong form.

Advice: DoddiETHEGREAT Every Way: Maxxum

15:30: Edwardstone’s Tactical Triumph: Queen Mother Champion Chase

The Queen Mother Champion Chase builds up the exciting three-way fight. Jason Heavey bets on Edwardstone despite El Fabiolo being the clear favorite, highlighting his decisive victory in the Game Spirit Chase. The departure of Editeur Du Gite makes Edwardstone a more attractive 8-1 favorite.

Advice from Edward Stone
Every way: Sivola Funambule

16:10: Delta Work’s Hat-Trick Bid in the Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase

Delta Work is going for the historic Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase hat-trick. Delta Work is preferred above competitors like Minella Indo and Galvin because of his experience and youth. With 14-1 odds and a winning track record, Foxy Jacks is a tempting each-way bet.

Advice: DELTA WORK EVERYWHERE: Foxy Jacks

16:50: Madara’s Growing Prominence in the Grand Annual Chase
Madara, played by Sophie Leech, is going for a career-defining win in the Grand Annual Chase. Madara is making quick progress, and his heavy ground form makes him a formidable opponent. Maskada, the victor of last year, and the exciting Harper’s Brook present strong opposition, but Gemirande, at 50-1, is an astute each-way pick.

Advice: Madara
Every direction: Gemirande

17:45: Champion Bumper: Mullins Maintains His Domination
With nine runners, Willie Mullins is a formidable competitor in the Champion Bumper. With her outstanding Naas debut, JASMIN DE VAUX stood out for her endurance over 2 meters and 2 feet. Jasmin de Vaux faces off against Paul Nicholls’ Teeshan and Gordon Elliott’s Jalon D’Oudairies, with Patrick Mullins in tow.

Advice from Jasmine De Vaux
Directions: Sixmilebridge