The Queen Mother Champion Chase odds for Cheltenham Festival 2026 are tightening rapidly.
The elite 2m Grade 1 chase crowns the champion two-mile chaser and offers a thrilling renewal with a short-priced favourite dominating in the Cheltenham Wednesday ant-post betting.
Majborough leads the Queen Mother Champion Chase odds, followed by L’Eau du Sud and Il Etait Temps.
Progressive and proven performers provide solid value in an open-looking market behind the market leader.
Queen Mother Champion Chase 2026 Betting Odds
- Majborough – 4/5
- L’Eau du Sud – 9/2
- Il Etait Temps – 11/2
- Quilixios – 10/1
- Irish Panther – 12/1
- Captain Guinness – 35/1
- Other contenders – 40/1+
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Dominant Majborough Heads the Queen Mother Champion Chase Odds
Willie Mullins’ Majborough has stormed to the top of the Queen Mother Champion Chase odds following impressive novice-to-open company progression.
The six-year-old displays exceptional speed, fluent jumping, and a turn of foot that suits Cheltenham’s sharp track perfectly.
Recent form lines suggest he’s the standout two-miler in training, with connections confident ahead of the Festival.
Mullins’ exceptional record in the Champion Chase and Paul Townend’s presence make Majborough a formidable favourite at around 8/11.
Many punters view him as the likely winner if he handles the step up in company and the unique demands of Prestbury Park.
L’Eau du Sud Offers Strong Each-Way Claims
Dan Skelton’s L’Eau du Sud sits prominently in the Queen Mother Champion Chase odds at 7/2.
The eight-year-old has shown consistent Grade 1-level form, bold jumping, and tactical versatility.
His recent efforts highlight improvement and suitability for the two-mile test, making him a serious threat if the favourite underperforms.
Skelton’s rising Festival profile adds confidence – at current prices, L’Eau du Sud represents excellent each-way value against a short favourite in what could be a competitive renewal.
Il Etait Temps Remains a Live Danger for Mullins
Another Mullins contender, Il Etait Temps, features strongly in the Queen Mother Champion Chase odds at 9/2.
The eight-year-old boasts top-class two-mile chase form, proven ability at Cheltenham, and the class to challenge if he brings his A-game.
Connections have targeted this race, and his profile fits recent winners who peak at the Festival.
With Mullins’ dominance in big chases, Il Etait Temps provides solid each-way insurance or a win alternative for those wary of backing the market leader at cramped odds.
When Is The Queen Mother Champion Chase 2026?
The BetMGM Queen Mother Champion Chase takes place on Wednesday 11 March 2026 at 16:00.
Where Is The Queen Mother Champion Chase Being Run?
The race is staged over 2 miles on the Old Course at Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire.
It features 12 fences and the famous uphill finish that tests speed and stamina in equal measure.
Queen Mother Champion Chase Past Winners (Last 10 Years)
- 2025 – Marine Nationale
- 2024 – Marine Nationale
- 2023 – Energumene
- 2022 – Energumene
- 2021 – Put The Kettle On
- 2020 – Politologue
- 2019 – Altior
- 2018 – Altior
- 2017 – Special Tiara
- 2016 – Sprinter Sacre
