In a significant development from Seven Barrows it was confirmed that last year’s Champion Hurdle winner Constitution Hill will not defend his title at the upcoming Cheltenham Festival. The announcement made through trainer Nicky Henderson’s X account cited the horse failure to meet key markers in his blood test.
Constitution Hill was considered a strong favorite for back-to-back wins given his remarkable form with eight consecutive victories. With his withdrawal, the Champion Hurdle now appears more competitive. Willie Mullins’ State Man has emerged as the frontrunner at 1/3 odds followed by French thoroughbred Irish Point and Lossiemouth both at 3/1.
Luccia and Not So Sleepy are also among the contenders with odds of 14/1. The absence of Constitution Hill has reshaped expectations for this prestigious Grade 1 race.
Danni Wyatt-Hodge, England batter, says Australia’s Women’s Ashes campaign will not be affected by their…
Jacob Fearnley has earned his first call-up to the Great Britain Davis Cup squad for…
Luke Littler leads the field for the 2025 Premier League Darts with 39-year-old Stephen Bunting…
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 105-92 victory…
Tom O'Toole, Ulster prop will miss Ireland's first two Six Nations games after receiving a…
Cameron Davis and Will Zalatoris lost significant prize money due to a costly mistake during…