Three Cheltenham Festival tips to take advantage of amazing non-runner no bet offer

It was recently announced that from New Year’s Day, William Hill were going non-runner money back on all Cheltenham Festival races. This gives you plenty of opportunities to think outside the box and make some interesting plays. We’ve selected three Cheltenham ante-post tips whose primary targets are other races and the comfort blanket of NRMB will come in handy for. Check out our free tips page for daily content across British and Irish racing.

Ryanair Chase

Jonbon appears to be being aimed at the Champion Chase but that’s liable to change after his next run. Willie Mullins’ El Fabiolo is set to take him on in the Clarence House Chase at Ascot this month and I don’t expect Jonbon to come out victorious. A rethink may therefore be in order and he’s been crying out for the step up in trip. The Ryanair Chase on the Thursday is tailor-made for him.

Jonbon @ 3-1 (Ryanair Chase – William Hill)

Stayers’ Hurdle

Ahoy Senor has an unbelievable engine but his jumping can let him down, which is an issue in a Gold Cup. With that in mind, I’ve always thought that the Stayers’ Hurdle would be an interesting option for him. Already a Grade 1-winning hurdler, he has the ability to run a massive race. It’s true we rarely know which Ahoy Senor we’re going to get but he wouldn’t be far away if on a going day.

Ahoy Senor @ 25-1 (Stayers’ Hurdle – William Hill)

Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle

Captain Teague got his promising career back on track by winning the Challow at Newbury over the Christmas period. He showed plenty of stamina that day and the step up to three miles may well be on the radar in the near future. His first preference is the Ballymore, provided the conditions are soft, but quicker ground may see him end up in the Albert Bartlett. Paul Nicholls won this last year with Stay Away Fay and a big run could be on the cards if Captain Teague lines up.

Captain Teague @ 8-1 (Albert Bartlett Novices’ Hurdle – William Hill)

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