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Constitution Hill has been ruled out of the 2026 Cheltenham Festival following growing concerns about the horse’s welfare, sparking debate among racing fans, campaigners and those within the sport. Trained by Nicky Henderson, Constitution Hill was once considered unstoppable over hurdles. The pair dominated the Champion Hurdle at the 2023 Cheltenham Festival, producing a commanding […]
Cheltenham Town manager Steve Cotterill insists his team need to stay focused to ensure the Robins keep their status in League Two. The Robins face Fleetwood Town this evening in a repeat of Cotterill’s first game back in charge after 23 years. The return proved to be an emotional day for the Cheltenham boss as Town secured a 2-0 victory, […]
“You’ve got to keep eating away at the industry before you actually get rid of the industry as a whole, and that’s our aim.” Cheltenham Festival. 2006. 20 years ago. For Dene Stanstall, that year was a turning point in his life, and one that forced him to confront the hidden cost behind one of […]
Bristol City head coach Gerhard Struber has described the Robins’ recent defeats as a “hit in the face,” as his side looks to end their losing streak against Leicester City this evening. The Robins have fallen to three straight defeats in all competitions, and sit tenth in the Championship table, seven points adrift of the […]
With the Cheltenham festival rapidly approaching, the markets are preparing for arguably the most open festival in years. There are many to note ahead of the infamous Cheltenham roar. The betting market is bracing upon the most value for money Cheltenham festival in years, With big hitters not returning to the home of national hunt […]
As thousands of racegoers descend on Cheltenham Festival this week, animal rights campaigners are once again raising concerns about the welfare of horses involved in the sport. People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has urged the public to avoid attending horse racing events, arguing that the industry puts animals at risk of serious […]
Harry Brook’s T20 England side have come second in their group stage, progressing through to the Super 8’s. England beat Italy by 24 runs, winning the toss and electing to bat first where they put up a total of 202/7 from their 20 overs. It was a solid batting performance, headlined by Will Jacks making […]
Cheltenham Town travelled to Barnet on Saturday and walked away with a point on the road as the game finished 0-0. The Robins we’re down to ten men after Arkell Jude-Boyd was shown a second yellow card in the ninth minute of added time for his late tackle on Phillip Chinedu. Sam Sherring reflected on […]