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Down Royal Horse Racing Odds

Ireland · View on Google Maps · By Matthew Glazier

If you want to bet on Down Royal, then you've come to the right place.

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We have every meeting at this Irish racecourse covered. This race track hosts Flat and National Hunt meetings throughout the calendar year, with Down Royal tips provided to Racing-Odds.com readers. Make sure you get the full lowdown before going ahead and placing your bets.

Southwell Result
20.56 Southwell
Finished
  1. 1. Havin A Flyer
    +500
  2. 2. My Mate Mackley
    +225J
  3. 3. Golden Harvest
    +900
See full result
Newbury Result
20.48 Newbury
Finished
  1. 1. Raintown
    +750
  2. 2. Caph Star
    +300
  3. 3. Just An Hour
    +163F
See full result
Great Yarmouth Result
20.34 Yarmouth
Finished
  1. 1. Celtic Chariot
    +250
  2. 2. Roi De Coeur
    +200J
  3. 3. Guest House
    +200J
See full result
Leopardstown Result
20.28 Leopardstown
Finished
  1. 1. Tatum
    +200F
  2. 2. Friary Road
    +650
  3. 3. Miss Gitana
    +3300
See full result
Southwell Result
20.21 Southwell
Finished
  1. 1. Si White
    +450
  2. 2. Hansteen
    -188F
  3. 3. Smoker Bellamy
    +1100
See full result
Newbury Result
20.15 Newbury
Finished
  1. 1. Sarangpur
    +125F
  2. 2. Nowshesdancing
    +333
  3. 3. Into Battle
    +225
See full result

Down Royal at a glance

  • LocationLisburn, Co. Down
  • TypeDual, Turf
  • LayoutLeft-handed
  • Circuit1m 1f sharp, 3f uphill finish
  • Feature raceDown Royal Champion Chase

A Northern Ireland track near Lisburn; its November Festival features the Champion Chase.

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Down Royal Racecourse is one of the leading race tracks in Ireland. It is situated near Lisburn in Northern Ireland, with the course playing host to a Grade 1 Champion Chase along with a flat spectacular in the form of the Ulster Derby. It's a popular course and the next meeting is only just around the corner. That means the chance to access the Down Royal racecards and place your bets.

If you're looking to bet on Down Royal, then we recommend reading through the racecard information and checking out the latest odds. You can study the form at our site and find out which horse is most likely to win. There is plenty of information pertaining to each runner and it's great to get the lowdown before you bet.

Bet on the Grade One Champion Chase at Down Royal

Every November, some of the leading Irish horses descend on Down Royal to battle it out in the Champion Chase. It's a three-mile encounter which often acts as a precursor to the Cheltenham Gold Cup. This race has been in operation since 1999 and we saw Envoi Allen win in 2022 before returning to land a victory in 2024 and 2025.

We've seen Paul Nicholls and Gordon Elliott saddle plenty of winners at Down Royal when it comes to the Champion Chase. The former has obliged with Kauto Star on two occasions as well as Frodon. The latter has been in the winners' enclosure with horses including Don Cossack and Gerri Colombe.

Check Out The Other Graded Down Royal Races

We also provide Down Royal tips when it comes to several of the other encounters at this course in Northern Ireland. At the Champion Chase meeting, there are Friday encounters in the form of the Down Royal Mares Novice Hurdle and the Jezki Hurdle. They're both races over two miles, with customers betting on Down Royal encounters which attract a strong pedigree of horse.

The Novice Hurdle was originally run in 2002 and achieved Grade 3 status in 2007. Willie Mullins has achieved four wins in total to date, while the Jezki Hurdle is named after the legendary Jessie Harrington-trained charge. This horse won the race in 2013 and has held Grade 2 status before eventually being demoted back to Grade 3.

There's also the Grade 2 Skymas Chase where the runners and riders battle it out over two miles, three and a half furlongs. Since 1999, punters have been able to access the Down Royal racecards and the latest grading was applied in 2009. Skymas was a previous winner of the Queen Mother Champion Chase and it's a race where Paul Nicholls has had several winners.

Down Royal FAQ

Where is Down Royal Racecourse?
Down Royal is situated in Northern Ireland. It is located near a place called Lisburn and it's a historic track which has effectively been in operation since the eighteenth century. The racing at Down Royal falls under the Horse Racing Ireland body and this track is regarded as the most prestigious in Northern Ireland.
How do I bet on Down Royal?
The best way to bet on Down Royal is by visiting Racing-Odds.com and getting all the latest information for each meeting. We will provide a Down Royal racecard for each race. You're able to go through the list of runners and find valuable data pertaining to each runner.
Can I get free bets on Down Royal?
When you sign up with any of the bookmakers at Racing-Odds.com, you can effectively land a welcome bonus. By registering, making a deposit and placing a first bet, you can get free bets on the Down Royal racing. Choose a race and use a free bet on a specific selection. You get to keep any winnings you make from this free wager.
What are the big races at Down Royal?
There are lots of notable races at Down Royal and the Champion Chase is probably the most prestigious one. It's a three mile Grade One encounter that attracts plenty of star talent. There's also a Grade 2 National Hunt encounter in the form of the Skymas Chase, with the Down Royal Mares Novice Hurdle and Jezki Hurdle also being Grade 3 encounters that are entertaining.

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