Matt Chapman and Paddy Brennan analyze Thursday's Cheltenham Festival card on Unbridled, focusing on the Grade 1 Ryanair Chase. Last year's winner Fact To File headlines the field after connections opted against supplementing him for the Cheltenham Gold Cup. The seven-year-old faces rivals including Banbridge, Heart Wood, and the consistent Jonbon in what promises to be a competitive renewal.

Brennan backs Fact To File as the week's surest bet, citing his class advantage despite recent inconsistencies. 'He's in a different league,' Brennan states, highlighting jockey Mark Walsh's strong festival record. Chapman counters by suggesting Banbridge offers value each-way, pointing to his King George placing and previous track success, including a Grade 2 novice victory. The pair debate the merits of each contender before shifting focus to the Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle.

Chapman identifies Bold Endeavour as his each-way fancy, noting the ten-year-old's return to Nicky Henderson after Laura Morgan's training spell. Despite his age, Bold Endeavour's recent form and 130 rating make him an intriguing prospect. Brennan prefers Supremely West, impressed by jockey James Davies' confidence after impressive work at Warwick. Watch the full analysis on the At The Races YouTube channel.