Anglo-Irish rivalry is a traditional feature of the Cheltenham Festival, but, recently, it’s been a one-sided battle in Ireland’s favour. This year, however, Jack Watkins suggests that British trainers could stage a fightback

After years of Irish domination, the 2026 Cheltenham Festival could be a turning point for British hopes. Jennifer Donald meets some of the leading contenders

Hold on to your hats! Last week saw the glorious Cheltenham Festival gallop into town, with some 250,000 fans flocking to the four-day extravaganza at the Gloucestershire racecourse. And as well as so

There aren’t many trainers with a Cheltenham strike rate like this former hedge fund manager. Ma rtha Terry visits his yard to learn how the magic happens

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