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- 50/1 on Constitution Hill from Paddy Power
- The favourite has won the race for 5 consecutive years and in 8/10
- Constitution Hill won in 2023
Race four on day 1 of the Cheltenham Festival is a race close to OLBG's hearts, having sponsored it for many years, including during the reign of super mare Quevega! Here we have the Close Brothers Mares Hurdle.
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About the Race
The Champion Hurdle is among the most prestigious and anticipated National Hunt racing calendar races. It takes place annually on Day 1 of the Cheltenham Festival, usually held in March at Cheltenham Racecourse in the UK.
Don't forget to check out the best horse racing tipsters at OLBG for their Champion Hurdle Tips.
🏆 Key Facts About the Champion Hurdle:
- Race Type: Grade 1 National Hunt hurdle race
- Distance: About 2 miles and ½ furlong (3,298 metres)
- Course: Run on the Old Course at Cheltenham
- Horses: Open to horses aged four years and older
- Hurdles: There are eight hurdles to be jumped
- Prestige: It's the feature race of Day 1 and is often seen as the ultimate test of speed and jumping ability for hurdlers
Close Brothers Mares Hurdle Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Cheltenham Festival)
⭐ Why It’s So Special:
- It crowns the best two-mile hurdler in racing.
- Past winners include legends like Istabraq, Buveur D’Air, Honeysuckle, and Constitution Hill.
- It attracts the very best horses, jockeys, and trainers from Britain and Ireland.
- The atmosphere during the race is electric, with the famous “Cheltenham Roar” setting the tone.
In short, the Champion Hurdle is a high-speed, high-stakes battle that showcases elite talent and is a cornerstone of the Cheltenham Festival’s opening day.
