Betway back Champion Chase Online betting and casino company Betway has been confirmed as the new sponsor of the Queen Mother Champion Chase at Cheltenham. The two-mile title, set to attract the last two winners in Sire De Grugy and Sprinter Sacre, will be staged as the Betway Queen Mother Champion Chase in a three-year deal. Ian Renton, Cheltenham's managing director, said: "This is Betway's first venture into race sponsorship and it is great news that they have chosen to work with us at Cheltenham on such a high-profile race. "I'm sure Betway will really enjoy the experience, as well as find it hugely rewarding in regards to brand exposure." Bob Dutnall, executive director of the firm, said: "Betway is one of the fastest growing brands in the global gaming industry and we already have exciting plans in place with Cheltenham racecourse that will allow visitors to the Festival to get to know us a little better."
