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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.
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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.
