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'It was one of the hardest decisions I've had to make' - Nicky Henderson to explore Flat options for Constitution Hill

'It was one of the hardest decisions I've had to make' - Nicky Henderson to explore Flat options for Constitution Hill

Speculation mounting that Lord Allen is on the brink of exit as BHA chair

Speculation mounting that Lord Allen is on the brink of exit as BHA chair

'She cantered all over some horses with big reputations' - Tom Segal with three tips for the handicap hurdles at the Cheltenham Festival

'She cantered all over some horses with big reputations' - Tom Segal with three tips for the handicap hurdles at the Cheltenham Festival

Ante-post Pricewise

Have Nicky Henderson and Michael Buckley made the right or wrong call with Constitution Hill? The jury is out

Have Nicky Henderson and Michael Buckley made the right or wrong call with Constitution Hill? The jury is out

Constitution Hill: the rise, dominance and drama of the hurdling champion

Constitution Hill: the rise, dominance and drama of the hurdling champion

Liam HeaddThe positive vibes coming out of the yard about Constitution Hill's jumping will have made the decision ten times harder

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Steve MasonHow does Constitution Hill compare with the greatest two-mile hurdlers?

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Racing Post Ratings

WATCH: Constitution Hill - Good Call or Bad Call?

WATCH: Constitution Hill - Good Call or Bad Call?

The New Lion heads Dan Skelton's 'strongest Cheltenham Festival team yet' - and the trainer has a new trophy cabinet installed for it

The New Lion heads Dan Skelton's 'strongest Cheltenham Festival team yet' - and the trainer has a new trophy cabinet installed for it

Cheltenham Festival

Six-time Irish champion Flat jockey Colin Keane set to ride at Cheltenham Festival for the first time

Six-time Irish champion Flat jockey Colin Keane set to ride at Cheltenham Festival for the first time

Cheltenham Festival

Des McDonogh, trainer of the legendary hurdler Monksfield, announces his retirement after 54 years

Des McDonogh, trainer of the legendary hurdler Monksfield, announces his retirement after 54 years

Raceday Intel & TipsAll Raceday Intel

4.10 Wetherby: 'The form of his last run has worked out very well' - who fancies his chances in the feature race?

4.10 Wetherby: 'The form of his last run has worked out very well' - who fancies his chances in the feature race?

'The step up in trip could unlock some more improvement' - Paul Kealy with three Thursday selections

'The step up in trip could unlock some more improvement' - Paul Kealy with three Thursday selections

Paul Kealy's play of the day at Ludlow

Paul Kealy's play of the day at Ludlow

Play of the day

Free horse racing tips for Thursday, February 26, at Chelmsford, Taunton and Wetherby

Free horse racing tips for Thursday, February 26, at Chelmsford, Taunton and Wetherby

Today's Top Tips

Racing Post+All Racing Post+ content

'He's a solid favourite and I wouldn't be looking to oppose him' - the pro punter answers the key festival questions

'He's a solid favourite and I wouldn't be looking to oppose him' - the pro punter answers the key festival questions

The Ultimate Cheltenham Preview Night

My first big Cheltenham ante-post position was on the Brown Advisory - and I still (just about) think I’ve got it right

My first big Cheltenham ante-post position was on the Brown Advisory - and I still (just about) think I’ve got it right

Doping justice in Ireland remains a painfully slow grind - and it's horrendous for the sport's reputation

Doping justice in Ireland remains a painfully slow grind - and it's horrendous for the sport's reputation

Richard Forristal

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

More news

'We're going to Cheltenham' - two-horse trainer confirms festival plans for stable star Oscars Brother

'We're going to Cheltenham' - two-horse trainer confirms festival plans for stable star Oscars Brother

Cheltenham Festival

'It would be my dearest wish' - Nicky Henderson wants nothing more than a Cheltenham Festival win for Jonbon

'It would be my dearest wish' - Nicky Henderson wants nothing more than a Cheltenham Festival win for Jonbon

Cheltenham Festival

'I'm hearing he's a very smart horse' - why Johnny Dineen is backing against the Supreme big guns

'I'm hearing he's a very smart horse' - why Johnny Dineen is backing against the Supreme big guns

Upping The Ante

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

Top Stories

'It was one of the hardest decisions I've had to make' - Nicky Henderson to explore Flat options for Constitution Hill

'It was one of the hardest decisions I've had to make' - Nicky Henderson to explore Flat options for Constitution Hill

Speculation mounting that Lord Allen is on the brink of exit as BHA chair

Speculation mounting that Lord Allen is on the brink of exit as BHA chair

'She cantered all over some horses with big reputations' - Tom Segal with three tips for the handicap hurdles at the Cheltenham Festival

'She cantered all over some horses with big reputations' - Tom Segal with three tips for the handicap hurdles at the Cheltenham Festival

Ante-post Pricewise

Have Nicky Henderson and Michael Buckley made the right or wrong call with Constitution Hill? The jury is out

Have Nicky Henderson and Michael Buckley made the right or wrong call with Constitution Hill? The jury is out

Constitution Hill: the rise, dominance and drama of the hurdling champion

Constitution Hill: the rise, dominance and drama of the hurdling champion

Liam HeaddThe positive vibes coming out of the yard about Constitution Hill's jumping will have made the decision ten times harder

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Steve MasonHow does Constitution Hill compare with the greatest two-mile hurdlers?

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Racing Post Ratings

WATCH: Constitution Hill - Good Call or Bad Call?

WATCH: Constitution Hill - Good Call or Bad Call?

The New Lion heads Dan Skelton's 'strongest Cheltenham Festival team yet' - and the trainer has a new trophy cabinet installed for it

The New Lion heads Dan Skelton's 'strongest Cheltenham Festival team yet' - and the trainer has a new trophy cabinet installed for it

Cheltenham Festival

Six-time Irish champion Flat jockey Colin Keane set to ride at Cheltenham Festival for the first time

Six-time Irish champion Flat jockey Colin Keane set to ride at Cheltenham Festival for the first time

Cheltenham Festival

Des McDonogh, trainer of the legendary hurdler Monksfield, announces his retirement after 54 years

Des McDonogh, trainer of the legendary hurdler Monksfield, announces his retirement after 54 years

Raceday Intel & TipsAll Raceday Intel

4.10 Wetherby: 'The form of his last run has worked out very well' - who fancies his chances in the feature race?

4.10 Wetherby: 'The form of his last run has worked out very well' - who fancies his chances in the feature race?

'The step up in trip could unlock some more improvement' - Paul Kealy with three Thursday selections

'The step up in trip could unlock some more improvement' - Paul Kealy with three Thursday selections

Paul Kealy's play of the day at Ludlow

Paul Kealy's play of the day at Ludlow

Play of the day

Free horse racing tips for Thursday, February 26, at Chelmsford, Taunton and Wetherby

Free horse racing tips for Thursday, February 26, at Chelmsford, Taunton and Wetherby

Today's Top Tips

Racing Post+All Racing Post+ content

'He's a solid favourite and I wouldn't be looking to oppose him' - the pro punter answers the key festival questions

'He's a solid favourite and I wouldn't be looking to oppose him' - the pro punter answers the key festival questions

The Ultimate Cheltenham Preview Night

My first big Cheltenham ante-post position was on the Brown Advisory - and I still (just about) think I’ve got it right

My first big Cheltenham ante-post position was on the Brown Advisory - and I still (just about) think I’ve got it right

Doping justice in Ireland remains a painfully slow grind - and it's horrendous for the sport's reputation

Doping justice in Ireland remains a painfully slow grind - and it's horrendous for the sport's reputation

Richard Forristal

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

More news

'We're going to Cheltenham' - two-horse trainer confirms festival plans for stable star Oscars Brother

'We're going to Cheltenham' - two-horse trainer confirms festival plans for stable star Oscars Brother

Cheltenham Festival

'It would be my dearest wish' - Nicky Henderson wants nothing more than a Cheltenham Festival win for Jonbon

'It would be my dearest wish' - Nicky Henderson wants nothing more than a Cheltenham Festival win for Jonbon

Cheltenham Festival

'I'm hearing he's a very smart horse' - why Johnny Dineen is backing against the Supreme big guns

'I'm hearing he's a very smart horse' - why Johnny Dineen is backing against the Supreme big guns

Upping The Ante

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

CHELTENHAM FESTIVALMore on Cheltenham

2026 Cheltenham Festival preview nights: full list and dates for events near you

2026 Cheltenham Festival preview nights: full list and dates for events near you

Cheltenham Festival

'He's a solid favourite and I wouldn't be looking to oppose him' - the pro punter answers the key festival questions

'He's a solid favourite and I wouldn't be looking to oppose him' - the pro punter answers the key festival questions

The Ultimate Cheltenham Preview Night

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

My first big Cheltenham ante-post position was on the Brown Advisory - and I still (just about) think I’ve got it right

My first big Cheltenham ante-post position was on the Brown Advisory - and I still (just about) think I’ve got it right

CHELTENHAM STABLE TOURSMore stable tours

'He's going to run a fantastic race' - Willie Mullins' horse-by-horse guide to his Cheltenham Festival team

'He's going to run a fantastic race' - Willie Mullins' horse-by-horse guide to his Cheltenham Festival team

Cheltenham Stable Tours return - and now is the perfect time to join Racing Post+ with 35% off for A WHOLE YEAR

Cheltenham Stable Tours return - and now is the perfect time to join Racing Post+ with 35% off for A WHOLE YEAR

'I'd give back 50 winners for just one at the festival - and I really believe in this 25-1 shot'

'I'd give back 50 winners for just one at the festival - and I really believe in this 25-1 shot'

'He's rapid and we haven't had too many quicker than him at Cullentra over the years - it'll take a fair horse to beat him'

'He's rapid and we haven't had too many quicker than him at Cullentra over the years - it'll take a fair horse to beat him'

'It's our biggest and strongest Cheltenham team by a country mile - and I wouldn't swap this horse for anything'

'It's our biggest and strongest Cheltenham team by a country mile - and I wouldn't swap this horse for anything'

'He's going to run a fantastic race' - Willie Mullins' horse-by-horse guide to his Cheltenham Festival team

'He's going to run a fantastic race' - Willie Mullins' horse-by-horse guide to his Cheltenham Festival team

Cheltenham Stable Tours return - and now is the perfect time to join Racing Post+ with 35% off for A WHOLE YEAR

Cheltenham Stable Tours return - and now is the perfect time to join Racing Post+ with 35% off for A WHOLE YEAR

'I'd give back 50 winners for just one at the festival - and I really believe in this 25-1 shot'

'I'd give back 50 winners for just one at the festival - and I really believe in this 25-1 shot'

'He's rapid and we haven't had too many quicker than him at Cullentra over the years - it'll take a fair horse to beat him'

'He's rapid and we haven't had too many quicker than him at Cullentra over the years - it'll take a fair horse to beat him'

'It's our biggest and strongest Cheltenham team by a country mile - and I wouldn't swap this horse for anything'

'It's our biggest and strongest Cheltenham team by a country mile - and I wouldn't swap this horse for anything'

'He's going to run a fantastic race' - Willie Mullins' horse-by-horse guide to his Cheltenham Festival team

'He's going to run a fantastic race' - Willie Mullins' horse-by-horse guide to his Cheltenham Festival team

Cheltenham Stable Tours return - and now is the perfect time to join Racing Post+ with 35% off for A WHOLE YEAR

Cheltenham Stable Tours return - and now is the perfect time to join Racing Post+ with 35% off for A WHOLE YEAR

'I'd give back 50 winners for just one at the festival - and I really believe in this 25-1 shot'

'I'd give back 50 winners for just one at the festival - and I really believe in this 25-1 shot'

'He's rapid and we haven't had too many quicker than him at Cullentra over the years - it'll take a fair horse to beat him'

'He's rapid and we haven't had too many quicker than him at Cullentra over the years - it'll take a fair horse to beat him'

'It's our biggest and strongest Cheltenham team by a country mile - and I wouldn't swap this horse for anything'

'It's our biggest and strongest Cheltenham team by a country mile - and I wouldn't swap this horse for anything'

Race reports More reports

Lingfield: 'It's taken me 20 years' - another milestone for Luke Morris as jockey celebrates first five-timer

Lingfield: 'It's taken me 20 years' - another milestone for Luke Morris as jockey celebrates first five-timer

Lingfield: 'It's taken me 20 years' - another milestone for Luke Morris as jockey celebrates first five-timer

Lingfield: 'It's taken me 20 years' - another milestone for Luke Morris as jockey celebrates first five-timer

Wincanton: 'That's as nice as just us winning' - six-horse trainer helps Kielan Woods finally end track hoodoo

Wincanton: 'That's as nice as just us winning' - six-horse trainer helps Kielan Woods finally end track hoodoo

Bangor: 'Drop his head on the line and I'll buy you a pint' - Planned Paradise gives owner perfect birthday present

Bangor: 'Drop his head on the line and I'll buy you a pint' - Planned Paradise gives owner perfect birthday present

$Newcastle: Kevin Stott hails 'refreshing' mental health chats after returning from fractured back with winner at Newcastle$

Newcastle: Kevin Stott hails 'refreshing' mental health chats after returning from fractured back with winner at Newcastle

BritainMore British racing news

'It would be my dearest wish' - Nicky Henderson wants nothing more than a Cheltenham Festival win for Jonbon

'It would be my dearest wish' - Nicky Henderson wants nothing more than a Cheltenham Festival win for Jonbon

Cheltenham Festival

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

Constitution Hill's crucial schooling session to take place on Wednesday with Champion Hurdle fate '50-50'

Constitution Hill's crucial schooling session to take place on Wednesday with Champion Hurdle fate '50-50'

Cheltenham Festival

County Hurdle contender Murcia given 3lb higher mark by British handicapper as Cheltenham Festival handicap weights are revealed

County Hurdle contender Murcia given 3lb higher mark by British handicapper as Cheltenham Festival handicap weights are revealed

Cheltenham Festival

IrelandMore Irish racing news

IHRB initiates High Court proceedings against suspended trainer Luke Comer to secure €840,000 in fines and costs

IHRB initiates High Court proceedings against suspended trainer Luke Comer to secure €840,000 in fines and costs

'We're going to Cheltenham' - two-horse trainer confirms festival plans for stable star Oscars Brother

'We're going to Cheltenham' - two-horse trainer confirms festival plans for stable star Oscars Brother

Cheltenham Festival

Horse disqualified from two wins a year apart after separate positives for different trainers

Horse disqualified from two wins a year apart after separate positives for different trainers

Dublin Racing Festival winner Cousin Kate set to miss Cheltenham and could be covered by Walk In The Park

Dublin Racing Festival winner Cousin Kate set to miss Cheltenham and could be covered by Walk In The Park

Cheltenham Festival

OpinionMore opinion

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

Andrew Dietz

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

The festival race set to head north again - and the 16-1 shot capable of bringing it home

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Richard ForristalDoping justice in Ireland remains a painfully slow grind - and it's horrendous for the sport's reputation

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Richard Forristal

Paul Kealy'I'd be all over him if he runs here' - Paul Kealy casts his eye over all the Cheltenham handicaps

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Tom SegalWhy the Eider has made me very nervous for what might happen at the Cheltenham Festival

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InterviewsMore interviews

'It's bloody hard to win at Cheltenham - and for a yard of our size, with our budget, to win the Stayers' Hurdle again would be phenomenal'

'It's bloody hard to win at Cheltenham - and for a yard of our size, with our budget, to win the Stayers' Hurdle again would be phenomenal'

Cheltenham Festival

'This is a lifestyle, not a job - and right from the start we became part of the Seven Barrows family'

'This is a lifestyle, not a job - and right from the start we became part of the Seven Barrows family'

'I go to parties because people invite me but I'm happier here. If I never saw another person, it wouldn't bother me'

'I go to parties because people invite me but I'm happier here. If I never saw another person, it wouldn't bother me'

Meet the old-school owner who sold his business for 'tens of millions' - and then bought himself a Cheltenham Festival favourite

Meet the old-school owner who sold his business for 'tens of millions' - and then bought himself a Cheltenham Festival favourite

Masters of Betting

Poker genius, visionary football chairman and pioneering data-led punter - the many (profitable) faces of Tony Bloom

Poker genius, visionary football chairman and pioneering data-led punter - the many (profitable) faces of Tony Bloom

Masters of Betting

Introducing Masters of Betting, an unmissable series available now - read it all with 25% off RP+

Introducing Masters of Betting, an unmissable series available now - read it all with 25% off RP+

'I was down £11,000 but you can't let that alter what you do' - meet one of the giants of on-course betting

'I was down £11,000 but you can't let that alter what you do' - meet one of the giants of on-course betting

Masters of Betting

When science met punting: the godfather of modern-day betting and his golden rules that remain valid to this day

When science met punting: the godfather of modern-day betting and his golden rules that remain valid to this day

Masters of Betting

How a dodgy bank loan led to nearly 40 years as a pro punter - proving old-school methods still have their place

How a dodgy bank loan led to nearly 40 years as a pro punter - proving old-school methods still have their place

Masters of Betting

Poker genius, visionary football chairman and pioneering data-led punter - the many (profitable) faces of Tony Bloom

Poker genius, visionary football chairman and pioneering data-led punter - the many (profitable) faces of Tony Bloom

Masters of Betting

Introducing Masters of Betting, an unmissable series available now - read it all with 25% off RP+

Introducing Masters of Betting, an unmissable series available now - read it all with 25% off RP+

'I was down £11,000 but you can't let that alter what you do' - meet one of the giants of on-course betting

'I was down £11,000 but you can't let that alter what you do' - meet one of the giants of on-course betting

Masters of Betting

When science met punting: the godfather of modern-day betting and his golden rules that remain valid to this day

When science met punting: the godfather of modern-day betting and his golden rules that remain valid to this day

Masters of Betting

How a dodgy bank loan led to nearly 40 years as a pro punter - proving old-school methods still have their place

How a dodgy bank loan led to nearly 40 years as a pro punter - proving old-school methods still have their place

Masters of Betting

Poker genius, visionary football chairman and pioneering data-led punter - the many (profitable) faces of Tony Bloom

Poker genius, visionary football chairman and pioneering data-led punter - the many (profitable) faces of Tony Bloom

Masters of Betting

Introducing Masters of Betting, an unmissable series available now - read it all with 25% off RP+

Introducing Masters of Betting, an unmissable series available now - read it all with 25% off RP+

'I was down £11,000 but you can't let that alter what you do' - meet one of the giants of on-course betting

'I was down £11,000 but you can't let that alter what you do' - meet one of the giants of on-course betting

Masters of Betting

When science met punting: the godfather of modern-day betting and his golden rules that remain valid to this day

When science met punting: the godfather of modern-day betting and his golden rules that remain valid to this day

Masters of Betting

How a dodgy bank loan led to nearly 40 years as a pro punter - proving old-school methods still have their place

How a dodgy bank loan led to nearly 40 years as a pro punter - proving old-school methods still have their place

Masters of Betting

InternationalMore international news

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

Godolphin's 2,000 Guineas gamble to test Newmarket credentials in same race won last year by Ruling Court

'I've already reached out to Nicky' - international recruiter keen to facilitate Constitution Hill's Melbourne Cup adventure

'I've already reached out to Nicky' - international recruiter keen to facilitate Constitution Hill's Melbourne Cup adventure

Imperious Ka Ying Rising breaks Racing Post Ratings record in latest showstopper - but where does he sit in the list of great sprinters?

Imperious Ka Ying Rising breaks Racing Post Ratings record in latest showstopper - but where does he sit in the list of great sprinters?

Six Group 1s in Australia since 2020 - and William Haggas will bid to keep that excellent record rolling this spring

Six Group 1s in Australia since 2020 - and William Haggas will bid to keep that excellent record rolling this spring

On The MoneyMore industry news

Prediction markets are challenging the big US betting firms - and could have their sights set on this side of the Atlantic

Prediction markets are challenging the big US betting firms - and could have their sights set on this side of the Atlantic

Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges warns global racing is 'under threat' as Britain seeks answers

Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges warns global racing is 'under threat' as Britain seeks answers

As a key figure departs, can the success story of British Champions Day be a template for more bold change in racing?

As a key figure departs, can the success story of British Champions Day be a template for more bold change in racing?

Shock Coral Cup decision shows bookmakers are drawing a line - now racing waits nervously to see where it will fall

Shock Coral Cup decision shows bookmakers are drawing a line - now racing waits nervously to see where it will fall