Learn who Dan Skelton’s Cheltenham entries are for 2026. Find out the number of entries he’s made, which races they’ll run in, and their chances of winning.
Dan Skelton is quickly becoming a recognised name at the Cheltenham Festival. So far, he’s achieved 11 wins at the festival, with 15 more required to match Jonjo O’Neill and Tom Dreaper’s records.
As Cheltenham approaches, which of Dan Skelton’s entries for 2026 could help him get closer to becoming one of the elite trainers at the festival?
Below, we’ll run through all his entries, covering which races they’ll be in and which of his runners look like the best prospects. Of course, this list might change slightly as we approach the races, so we’ll also update nearer the time.
How many horses has Dan Skelton entered for the Cheltenham Festival?
At this time, Dan Skelton has entered 51 horses but has 74 total entries for the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. With some horses being entered into several races, they’ll appear multiple times on this list.
We’ll be sure to update the entries once the list has been fully confirmed closer to the festival.
Dan Skelton’s Cheltenham runners
Here are Dan Skelton’s current entries for Cheltenham in 2026:
Supreme Novices’ Hurdle
· Mydaddypaddy
· Double Measure
· Le Beau Madrik
· Soldier Reeves
· Glance at Midnight
Arkle Novices’ Chase
· Mirabad
· Be Aware
Champion Hurdle
· The New Lion
Turners Novices’ Hurdle
· A Pai De Nom
· Bobby’s Nelson
· Glance at Midnight
· Bossman Jack
· Kadastral
· Le Beau Madrik
· Moneygarrow
· Soldier Reeves
Champion Chase
· Calico
· L’eau Du Sud
· Thistle Ask
Mares’ Hurdle
· Kateira
· Listentoyourheart
· Nurse Susan
· Take No Chances
Stayers’ Hurdle
· Kabral Du Mathan
· Nurse Susan
Ryanair Chase
· Panic Attack
· Protektorat
· Thistle Ask
Triumph Hurdle
· Maestro Conti
· Merci Mam
· Mille Et Une Vies
· Precious Man
Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle
· A Pai De Nom
· Dalston Lad
· Moneygarrow
Gold Cup
· Grey Dawning
Dan Skelton Cheltenham entries to watch out for
Mydaddypaddy (Supreme Novices’ Hurdle) – Though finishing second in his last outing of 2025, he’s won all three of his other races prior. The five-year-old is held in high regard by Skelton, with the Cheltenham Festival presenting a great opportunity.
The New Lion (Champion Hurdle) – After an incredible record of six wins in seven races, The New Lion is a fierce competitor for the Champion Hurdle. With his Unibet Hurdle victory coming after a disappointing fall in the previous race, he’s a horse that’s already demonstrated resilient characteristics and a strong desire to win, which bodes well for the festival.
Grey Dawning (Gold Cup) – After victory in the Turners Novices’ Chase in 2024, Grey Dawning has proven winning experience at the Cheltenham Festival. Considering he cruised to victory in the Betfair Chase at Haydock earlier in the season, he deserves to be considered a tough challenger.
How to bet on Dan Skelton’s Cheltenham entries
After discovering Dan Skelton’s Cheltenham entries for 2026, you may feel prepared to bet on the Cheltenham Festival. Ahead of the festival, ensure that you have a read of our useful guide on how to bet on the Cheltenham Festival to give yourself the best overview of how to make bets that are suitable for you and your betting tactics!
