Constitution Hill favored to win Cheltenham Festival opener

The 2025 Cheltenham Festival begins today, with Constitution Hill favored to win the £450,000 Unibet Champion Hurdle at 4:00 PM. The eight-year-old horse returns after overcoming health issues and is expected to perform well against competitors like Brighterdaysahead. Other notable races include the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, where Kopek Des Bordes is the favorite, and the Arkle Challenge Trophy, featuring Majborough. Crebilly is a strong contender in the Ultima Handicap Chase, while Jade De Grugy aims to defend her title in the Close Brothers Mares' Hurdle. The day also features Puturhandstogether in the Juvenile Handicap Hurdle and Captain Cody in the National Hunt Challenge Cup. The festival showcases a mix of seasoned competitors and promising newcomers.