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Race four on day 1 of the Cheltenham Festival is a race close to OLBG's hearts, having sponsored it for many years, including during the reign of super mare Quevega! Here we have the Close Brothers Mares Hurdle.
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About the Race
The Close Brothers Mares' Hurdle, officially registered as the David Nicholson Mares' Hurdle, is a significant Grade 1 National Hunt hurdle race on the first day (Tuesday) of the Cheltenham Festival.
Don't forget to check out the best horse racing tipsters at OLBG for their Mares Hurdle Tips.
Nature of the race
- It's a Grade 1 hurdle race, a top-tier competition.
- It's exclusively for mares (female horses) aged four years or older.
Course and Distance:
- It's run on the Old Course at Cheltenham Racecourse.
- The distance is approximately 2 miles and 4 furlongs.
Close Brothers Mares Hurdle Preview, Tips, Runners & Trends (Cheltenham Festival)
Significance:
- It's a key race for showcasing the best female hurdlers.
- It's a highly competitive event that attracts top-quality mares.
- It is a race that has been dominated by Irish horses, particularly those trained by Willie Mullins.
Sponsorship:
- Close Brothers currently sponsors it. It was, however, sponsored by yours truly OLBG for several years using the Quevega era
The Close Brothers Mares' Hurdle is a prestigious race highlighting the talent and skill of female hurdling horses at the Cheltenham Festival.
