Kopek des Bordes wins Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham

The Cheltenham Festival 2025 has begun, featuring the Champion Hurdle as a key event. The first race results include Kopek des Bordes winning the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle, Jango Baie in the Arkle Novices’ Chase, and Myretown in the Ultima Handicap Chase. This year, ITV1 will broadcast the first six races of each day for free, including the final two races, which were not previously aired. Viewers can also stream the coverage via the ITVX app and website. Racing TV remains the only option for full coverage of the festival, requiring a subscription. SunSport will provide live updates on all races throughout the event.