Cheltenham Festival begins today with recommended bets

The Cheltenham Festival begins today with the Supreme Novices' Hurdle at 1:20 PM. Kopek Des Bordes is the favorite, but Jamie Codd suggests an each-way bet on Sky Lord at 66/1, citing his potential for improvement. In the Arkle Challenge Trophy at 2:00 PM, Majborough is expected to perform strongly, having already won a Triumph Hurdle. Codd also mentions Henry's Friend for the Ultima Handicap Chase at 2:40 PM, noting his solid form this year. The Champion Hurdle at 4:00 PM features Constitution Hill as the favorite, with Brighterdaysahead as a strong competitor. Codd expresses disappointment over changes to the Princess Royal National Hunt Challenge Cup, now open to professional riders, but highlights Captain Cody as a contender.