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CHELTENHAM FESTIVAL ‘just got a whole lot more exciting’ after Gordon Elliott confirmed Brighterdaysahead will take on Constitution Hill in a monster Champion Hurdle head-to-head.
Elliott’s superstar mare had been long-time favourite for the Mares’ Hurdle.
PABut after a chat with Brighterdaysahead’s owner, Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary, the legendary trainer confirmed she will be aimed at the feature race on day one.
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She was swiftly cut from 9-4 to 2-1 for the Champion Hurdle.
While Nicky Henderson’s unbeaten Constitution Hill drifted slightly to 8-13.
Cal Gildart of Ladbrokes said: “The opening day of the Festival just got a whole lot more exciting.
“After blowing away heavy favourite State Man at Leopardstown over Christmas, can she repeat the trick when she challenges Constitution Hill at Cheltenham?”
Willie Mullins pair Lossiemouth and defending Champion Hurdle king State Man are 4-1 and 6-1 respectively.
More to follow.
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