Brighterdaysahead poses challenge to Constitution Hill at Cheltenham

Brighterdaysahead will compete against Constitution Hill in the Champion Hurdle at the Cheltenham Festival. Trainer Gordon Elliott believes Brighterdaysahead poses a significant challenge after her impressive victories, including a 30-length win over State Man. Elliott chose not to enter Brighterdaysahead in the Irish Champion Hurdle to keep her fresh for Cheltenham. She has only lost once in her career, which was at last year's festival, a defeat Elliott attributes to a tactical error. State Man, last year's champion, returns to defend his title despite recent losses to Brighterdaysahead. Trainer Willie Mullins is adding cheekpieces to State Man to improve his performance after a lackluster showing in his last race.