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Cheltenham Results: Style Wednesday Thrills & Jonbon's Triumph
Cheltenham Festival's Style Wednesday, despite its name change, lived up to its reputation for fashion and excitement. Despite a surprising sleet shower early on March 12th, the day unfolded with thrilling races and star-studded attendance, mirroring Tuesday's celebrity turnout which included Zara and Mike Tindall, Sir Alex Ferguson, and Georgia Toffolo.
Queen Mother Champion Chase: Jonbon Reigns Supreme
The highlight was undoubtedly the £400,000 BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase. Jonbon, the 8/11 favorite, showcased his class, securing a well-deserved victory. His impressive record (17 wins from 20 Grade One races) solidified his status as a top contender. While his previous Prestbury Park defeats were noted, his recent form and calmer demeanor contributed to his triumph. Energumene and Marine Nationale put up strong fights, but Jonbon proved unbeatable.
Other Wednesday Highlights
Other races delivered their share of drama. The New Lion was tipped for the Turners Novices' Hurdle, Ballyburn for the Brown Advisory Novices' Chase, Bunting for the Coral Cup, Vanillier for the Glenfarclas Cross Country Chase, Unexpected Party for the Grand Annual, and Kalypso'chance for the Champion Bumper. These races, along with the others, kept spectators on the edge of their seats throughout the day.
Cheltenham Festival 2025 Changes
The Jockey Club announced significant changes for the 2025 Cheltenham Festival, aimed at enhancing competitiveness and the racegoer experience. These include alterations to the race programme, increased prize money, improved car parking, a new park-and-ride system, and various value-added initiatives for attendees.
Stay tuned for more updates and results from the remaining days of the Cheltenham Festival! Check back for the latest news, tips, and analysis.
