Horse racing enthusiast will once again be treated to some of the most fiercely competitive racing of the year: the Cheltenham Festival.

During the four day event, the best chaser and hurdlers from Britain and Ireland ( plus the occasional French / US contender ) will attempt to win one of the 28 races that comprise the meeting, including four championship contests – the Stan James Champion Hurdle ( Tuesday ), Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase ( Wednesday ), Sun Bets Stayers’ Hurdle ( Thursday ) and Timico Gold Cup ( Friday ).

According to freebets.com, there will be 21 races due to take place at the festival that will be attended 200,000 people over the four days. There will also be 250 bookmakers to be in attendance on each of the four days.

With these number, expect 220,000 pints Guinness and 10,000 amount of tea and coffee in gallons expected to be consumed during the event.