2022 Ryanair Chase Tips
The second Grade One on day three at the Cheltenham Festival is the Ryanair Chase. Although the race was only created in 2005, this two-and-a-half-mile chase has grown so much in stature over the last 15 years, that many consider it to be the unofficial fifth Championship race at the meeting.
2022 Ryanair Chase Key Facts
| Date | Thursday 17th March, 2022 |
| Time | 2:30pm |
| Course | Cheltenham Festival |
| Status | Grade One |
| Distance | 2m 4f |
| Prize Pool | £350k |
| Age | 5YO+ |
2022 Ryanair Chase Odds
No odds are currently available for the 2022 Ryanair Chase.
2022 Ryanair Chase Tips
Our guide to the 2022 Ryanair will be published in the weeks leading up to the Cheltenham Festival.
2021 Ryanair Chase Result
| Position | Name | SP |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Allaho | 3/1f |
| 2nd | Fakir D'Oudairies | 11/2 |
| 3rd | Tornado Flyer | 25/1 |
Ryanair Chase Day Card
| Time | Title | Status | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:20pm | Marsh Novices' Chase | Grade One | 2m 4f |
| 1:55pm | Pertemps Final Handicap Hurdle | Listed Handicap | 3m |
| 2:30pm | Ryanair Chase | Grade One | 2m 4f |
| 3:05pm | Stayers' Hurdle | Grade One | 3m |
| 3:40pm | Brown Advisory Plate Handicap Chase | Grade Three Handicap | 2m 4f |
| 4:15pm | Mares' Novices' Hurdle | Grade Two | 2m 1f |
| 4:50pm | Kim Muir Handicap Chase | Class Two Handicap | 3m 2f |
Ryanair Chase History
The Ryanair Chase was added to the Cheltenham Festival fairly recently, with the first edition taking place in 2005. This two-and-a-half-mile chase initially held Grade Two status, before being promoted to a Grade One in 2008.
Thanks to a steady increase in prize money from the sponsors, the Ryanair Chase has steadily grown in stature during it's history. So much so, that many now regard the Ryanair as the unofficial fifth Championship race at the Cheltenham Festival.
Imperial Commander won the Ryanair Chase for Nigel Twiston-Davies in 2009, and went on to win the Gold Cup the following season.
2010 and 2011 saw Albertas Run come out on top, and Jonjo O'Neill's popular chaser remains the only two-time winner of the Ryanair.
Gold Cup winner Paul Nicholls' is the winning-most trainer in Ryanair history, with the last of his three winners coming in 2019 when Frodon scored under Bryony Frost.
Ruby Walsh is the most successful jockey, having ridden Nicholls' first two Ryanair winners, before guiding Vautaur and Un De Sceaux to victory in 2016 and 2017.
Colin Tizzard's Cue Card won the Ryanair in 2013. David Pipe and Alan King celebrated victories the following two seasons, with Dynaste and Uxizandre winning in 2014 and '15.
Henry De Bromhead claimed a famous win in 2018 with Balko Des Flos coming out on top. 2020 saw Willie Millins join Paul Nicholls as the top trainer in Ryanair Chase history, as Min came out on top.
Mullins was celebrating again in 2021, as Allaho produced one of the performances of the week to win the Ryanair by 12 lengths.
Mullins was celebrating again in 2021, as Allaho produced one of the performances of the week to win the Ryanair by 12 lengths.
Ryanair Chase Winners
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Allaho |
| 2020 | Min |
| 2019 | Frodon |
| 2018 | Balko Des Flos |
| 2017 | Un De Sceaux |
| 2016 | Vautour |
| 2015 | Uxizandre |
| 2014 | Dynaste |
| 2013 | Cue Card |
| 2012 | Riverside Theatre |
| 2011 | Albertas Run |
| 2010 | Albertas Run |
| 2009 | Our Vic |
| 2008 | Taranis |
| 2007 | Fondmort |
| 2006 | Thisthatandtother |
Ryanair Chase FAQs
When is the Ryanair Chase?
The 2022 Ryanair Chase will take place at 2:30pm on day three of the Cheltenham Festival on Thursday 18th March.
What is the Ryanair Chase?
The Ryanair Chase is a Group One race staged during the Cheltenham Festival. This race is open to chasers of five-years-old and above, and the trip is 2m 4f.
Who won the Ryanair Chase?
In 2021, Allaho produced one of the best performances of the week to win the Ryanair Chase by 12 lengths.
Who's the favourite for the Ryanair?
No odds are currently available for the 2022 Ryanair Chase.
Where can I watch the Ryanair Chase?
The 2022 Ryanair Chase will be shown live on ITV Racing. If you want to stream the race live on your mobile or tablet then visit our Live Streaming page for more details.
