Grand National Star Inothewayurthinkin Heads to Cheltenham Gold Cup 2025

The Cheltenham Gold Cup 2025 is set to witness an exciting addition as Inothewayurthinkin, the Grand National favourite, has been confirmed as a supplementary entry. This development adds a new layer of anticipation to the prestigious event, scheduled for March 14, 2025, at the Cheltenham Racecourse.

The Contenders

Inothewayurthinkin, a seven-year-old trained by Gavin Cromwell and owned by JP McManus, will aim to disrupt Galopin Des Champs' pursuit of a historic hat-trick in the Gold Cup. With the withdrawal of Fact To File, L'Homme Presse, Conflated, Grangeclere West, Grey Dawning, and Hewick, the field is now narrowed down to 10 potential contenders.

Inothewayurthinkin's Journey

After clinching the Kim Muir Chase at Cheltenham last year and securing a Grade One victory at Aintree, Inothewayurthinkin has proven its mettle. Despite finishing fourth behind Galopin Des Champs in the Irish Gold Cup last month, the horse remains a strong contender with bookmakers rating it at 7-1 for the Gold Cup.

Galopin Des Champs' Quest for History

Galopin Des Champs, the reigning champion of the Gold Cup in 2023 and 2024, is the overwhelming favourite at 1-2. A victory this year would make it the first horse to achieve a triple win since Best Mate in 2004, and the second after Arkle in the 1960s.

Other Notable Competitors

Aside from Inothewayurthinkin and Galopin Des Champs, the race features other top-tier horses including Banbridge, the King George VI Chase winner, and Corbetts Cross, another entry from JP McManus. The competition promises to be fierce, with each contender bringing their best to the race.

Go Dante's Historic Win at Sandown

In a thrilling precursor to Cheltenham, Go Dante made history by becoming the first horse since High Point in 1953 to win back-to-back Imperial Cups. Ridden by jockeys' championship leader Sean Bowen and trained by Olly Murphy, Go Dante edged out Wreckless Eric by half a length. The win also sets up a potential bonus opportunity if Go Dante triumphs at the Cheltenham Festival.

Cheltenham Gold Cup Entries

Here is the confirmed list of entries for the Cheltenham Gold Cup 2025:

• Ahoy Senor
• Banbridge
• Corbetts Cross
• Galopin Des Champs
• Gentlemansgame
• Inothewayurthinkin
• Jungle Boogie
• Monty's Star
• Royale Pagaille
• The Real Whacker

The Cheltenham Festival 2025 runs from March 11-14, featuring 13 races daily from 13:20-17:20 GMT. Coverage includes live commentaries on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, racecards, live text, and detailed reports on the BBC Sport website and app.

As the countdown to the Cheltenham Gold Cup begins, all eyes will be on Inothewayurthinkin and Galopin Des Champs, setting the stage for an unforgettable showdown in horse racing history.