The Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase 2026, sponsored by BetVictor, takes place at Down Royal Racecourse in Northern Ireland on Saturday, October 31, 2026. This Grade 1 steeplechase is run over three miles on turf and is open to horses aged five and older.
Race Overview
| Race | BetVictor Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase |
|---|---|
| Grade | Grade 1 (G1) |
| Racecourse | Down Royal Racecourse |
| Country | Northern Ireland, United Kingdom |
| Surface | Turf |
| Distance | 3 miles (approximately 4,828m) |
| Eligibility | 5-year-olds and older |
| Date | October 31, 2026 (Saturday) |
| Race No. | Race number to be confirmed |
| Scheduled Start | 3:15 PM GMT (12:15 AM JST, November 1) |
| Runners | Final field to be confirmed |
| Total Prize Money | €160,000 guaranteed |
Why International Bettors Follow the Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase
The Champion Chase is Down Royal’s feature Grade 1 steeplechase and a major early-season test for leading staying chasers. The three-mile distance rewards stamina, jumping accuracy, and the ability to maintain a strong pace over a demanding series of fences.
The 2026 race has been renamed in memory of Envoi Allen, the celebrated chaser who won the Down Royal Champion Chase three times, in 2022, 2024, and 2025. The new name pays tribute to his legacy at the track.
Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase 2026 Early Betting Odds
Early betting odds for the 2026 Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase are now available at 1xBet. The market features leading contenders for this Grade 1 steeplechase at Down Royal, with prices reflecting their prospects over the three-mile course.
The odds below show the current 1xBet early betting market for the race. Prices may change as race day approaches, so check the latest market before placing a bet.
| Horse | 1xBet |
|---|---|
| Heart Wood | 3.25 |
| Affordable Fury | 4.00 |
| Romeo Coolio | 5.00 |
| Banbridge | 5.50 |
| Fleur In The Park | 5.50 |
| Haiti Couleurs | 6.00 |
| Croke Park | 50.00 |
For bookmaker access and other betting markets, visit 1xBet.
Last updated: October 28, 2026. The final field and betting odds may change before race day.
Remembering Envoi Allen Champion Chase 2025 Result
Envoi Allen won the 2025 Champion Chase at Down Royal, securing his third victory in the race. Affordale Fury finished second and Western Fold finished third.
| Finish | Horse |
|---|---|
| 1st | Envoi Allen |
| 2nd | Affordale Fury |
| 3rd | Western Fold |
Champion Chase Historical Winners
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Envoi Allen |
| 2024 | Envoi Allen |
| 2023 | Gerri Colombe |
| 2022 | Envoi Allen |
| 2021 | Frodon |
