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Cheltenham Racecourse Cancels Spring Fixtures for Drainage Repairs

3/30/2026

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Cheltenham Racecourse has cancelled its remaining fixtures until autumn for major drainage works.
The cancellations affect three meetings, including a two-day event on April 15-16 and a hunter-chase fixture on May 1, causing significant revenue loss.
Jon Pullin, the clerk of the course, said drainage issues prompted this intervention.
Guy Lavender, Cheltenham's chief executive, emphasized allowing the racing surface to recover ahead of the October 23 Showcase fixture.

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Cheltenham Racecourse has cancelled its remaining fixtures until autumn for major drainage works.
The cancellations affect three meetings, including a two-day event on April 15-16 and a hunter-chase fixture on May 1, causing significant revenue loss.
Jon Pullin, the clerk of the course, said drainage issues prompted this intervention.
Guy Lavender, Cheltenham's chief executive, emphasized allowing the racing surface to recover ahead of the October 23 Showcase fixture.