Cheltenham Festival starts today with seven races

The 2025 Cheltenham Festival begins today with seven races, featuring the Champion Hurdle as a highlight. Notable favorites include Constitution Hill and Brighterdaysahead, with potential for significant wins for punters. The first race starts at 1:20 PM, with coverage on Virgin Media, ITV, and Racing TV. Key races include the Supreme Novices' Hurdle and the Arkle Novices' Chase. The day may conclude with Patrick Mullins competing against his father, Willie, in the final race, the National Hunt Novices' Handicap Chase.