'It was staggering' - Henderson blown away by Constitution Hill performance

Nicky Henderson: 'He's just the ultimate professional'Credit: John Grossick (racingpost.com/photos)

Constitution Hill's sensational Fighting Fifth victory has left trainer Nicky Henderson wondering what heights his odds-on unbeaten Champion Hurdle favourite can scale next.

Expectations were high for last season's 22-length Supreme Novices' Hurdle winner and he answered the call in no uncertain terms at Newcastle on Saturday, powering away from Champion Hurdle-winning stablemate Epatante in devastating fashion.

Constitution Hill was awarded a Racing Post Rating of 176 for the performance, 4lb higher than his festival triumph, and Henderson was taken aback by the ease with which he dismissed his rivals.

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Owen GouldingDigital journalist

Published on 27 November 2022inNews

Last updated 15:52, 27 November 2022

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