Willie Mullins has strong start at Cheltenham Festival

The Cheltenham Festival began with Willie Mullins achieving a strong start. Lossiemouth won the Mares' Hurdle decisively, marking her third festival victory. She finished 15 lengths ahead, showcasing her dominance in the race. In the Ultima Handicap Chase, Myretown won impressively, leading from the start. This victory marked a notable win for trainer Lucinda Russell, as Myretown was backed down from 12/1 to 13/2 favorite before the race. Kopek Des Bordes won the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, providing an emotional victory for owner Charlie McCarthy, who recently underwent cancer surgery. The race was dedicated to the late jockey Michael O’Sullivan, with a minute's silence held in his honor.