The Grand Annual Handicap Chase takes place on day 2 of the Cheltenham Festival, and in 2027 will be run on Wednesday 17 March. Check out the latest Grand Annual Handicap Chase odds here…
2026 Grand Annual Chase Odds
16:40 Cheltenham
GoodDebenhams Johnny Henderson Grand Annual Challenge Cup Handicap Chase (Premier Handicap) (GBB Race)
- First Prize: £84405
- 1m 7f 199y
- Class 1
- 22 runners
- Win time: 3m 52s
66/1 (Won)
- Win: £169.70
- Place: £21.80
8/1
- Place: £2.00
20/1
- Place: £4.30
10/1
- Place: £2.70
33/1
10/1
15/2
50/1
20/1
80/1
28/1
100/30F
12/1
33/1
10/1
6/1
25/1
80/1
20/1
22/1
25/1
8/1
+o+e Betting Returns
| Payout | |
|---|---|
| Exacta | £1276.30 |
| Straight Forecast | £520.74 |
| Tricast | £10633.19 |
| Trifecta | £50250.00 |
Selections
The Star:
Personal AmbitionDaily Mirror:
Jazzy MattyThe Times:
VanderpoelThe Guardian:
VanderpoelTOPSPEED:
Relieved Of DutiesD Express:
InthepocketGrand Annual Chase Betting News
Second in his last three starts over fences Be Aware will be looking to go one better for Dan Skelton in the Grand Annual. Vanderpoel has been hugely progressive over fences for Ben Pauling and certainly knows how to get his head in front. Inthepocket is a class act on his day and brings a real element of class to the race. Ballysax Hank and dual Cheltenham Festival winner Jazzy Matty add more depth to a wide open betting market.
Betting on the Grand Annual Chase
The Grand Annual Chase is one of the most competitive handicaps at the Cheltenham Festival and is hugely popular with punters. Big fields always contest the Grand Annual, so it’s an ideal race for each-way punters to get involved, whilst some bookmakers will offer extra places in the contest.