Lossiemouth Secures Champion Hurdle Victory at Cheltenham Festival 2026

Lossiemouth delivered a commanding performance to win the Unibet Champion Hurdle at the 2026 Cheltenham Festival on Tuesday, March 10th. The victory marks a significant achievement for the grey mare, solidifying her record at the prestigious event.

Dominant Performance in the Champion Hurdle

The 7/5 favourite, Lossiemouth, swept aside her rivals, finishing six-and-a-half lengths ahead of Brighterdaysahead, with The New Lion securing third place ESPN. This win was particularly notable as Lossiemouth was chosen by stable jockey Paul Townend over competing in the Mares’ Hurdle, a race she had previously won twice.

Trainer and Jockey Insights

Willie Mullins, Lossiemouth’s trainer, highlighted the impact of cheekpieces, stating they “made her concentrate that bit more” and “invigorated her” Sky Sports. Mullins and Townend both felt confident in this approach after observing her training runs.

Unblemished Cheltenham Record

Lossiemouth’s record at Cheltenham is now a perfect four from four, demonstrating her consistent performance at the festival Racing Post. The mare never appeared troubled during the race, maintaining a strong position throughout.

Race Results

The final standings for the Unibet Champion Hurdle were as follows:

• 1st: Lossiemouth
• 2nd: Brighterdaysahead
• 3rd: The New Lion
• 4th: Alexei
• 5th: Golden Ace

Looking Ahead

Lossiemouth’s victory establishes her as a leading contender in the hurdles scene. Her performance at the 2026 Cheltenham Festival will undoubtedly be a talking point for racing enthusiasts as the season progresses.