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Henderson still revelling in Constitution Hill's exploits - and Haggas regret shows that's a positive thing
James BurnLambourn correspondent
Nicky Henderson (right) with Constitution Hill's owner Michael BuckleyCredit: Patrick McCann
"What's the score?" Nicky Henderson asked after entering the Queen's pub in East Garston on Saturday night as Ireland faced England in the Six Nations.
"Ireland are winning, Nicky – they're winning everything at the moment," I replied.
"They didn't win the Champion Hurdle," Henderson shot back, not about to let the rugby take the gloss off a result he was still revelling in.
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Published on 22 March 2023inPostcard from Lambourn
Last updated 14:00, 22 March 2023
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