Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates 2026 Cheltenham Festival podium finish

Sir Alex Ferguson has remained a prominent figure in football.

During his 26-year tenure at Manchester United, he won 38 trophies, including 13 Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League triumphs.

Evan after stepping away from management, the former Manchester United boss still regularly appears in headlines.

Recently, the legendary Scot also announced a new football project, revealing he will release a book reflecting on key matches and moments from his career.

Away from publishing, Ferguson has increasingly devoted time to charitable causes, particularly initiative supporting dementia awareness.

The 84-year-old has also been the subject of discussion recently within football circles.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar sparked debate after naming Louis van Gaal as his favourite manager over Sir Alex Ferguson during a recent interview.

However, Ferguson’s last appearance came outside the football world entirely.

The Manchester United icon was celebrating a podium finish during the 2026 Cheltenham Festival, where one of his horses finished among leading runners in a major race.

Reported by BBC Sport, the horse L’eau Du Sud, owned by Ferguson, secured third place in the Queen Mother Champion Chase during day two of the festival.

The race itself was won by Il Etait Temps, ridden by jockey Paul Townend and trained by Willie Mullins, who enjoyed another successful day at the prestigious meeting.

Despite not claiming victory, Ferguson’s runner still secured a notable podium finish in one of the headline races of the festival.

The Cheltenham Festival remains one of the most significant events in the horse racing calendar.

It is known to attract owners, trainers and spectators across the sporting world.

Ferguson has long maintained an interest in the sport and regularly attends major meetings.

For the former Manchester United manager, the result added another memorable sporting moment to a week already filled with headlines beyond the football pitch.