The 2025 Champion Hurdle is shaping up to be another cracking spectacle!
With the return of Constitution Hill, the race has a clear favourite, and fans will be eager to see if he can pick up where he left off after his 2023 victory. His impressive form, including that dominant win at the Christmas Hurdle, puts him in a strong position heading into the event.
On the other hand, Brighterdaysahead is a very interesting contender. Gordon Elliott’s charge has been in excellent form, and her unbeaten streak since last year’s defeat in the Mares' Novices' Hurdle shows she is a mare to watch out for. Her win over State Man is a major confidence booster and proves she can compete at the top level.
Given the caliber of these two contenders, it’s shaping up to be a thrilling race. Do you have a favourite between the two, or are there any other horses you think might surprise? Let me know in the comments how you expect this race to plan out as it's sure to be a tactical affair.
Overview of main market principles
Constitution Hill
- Winner of 8 Grade Ones
- Unbeaten in 10 career starts under rules
- Won this contest back in 2023
- Current favourite to win the Champion Hurdle
- Trained by Nicky Henderson and will be ridden by jockey Nico De Boinville
Brighterdaysahead
- Trained by Gordon Elliot and will be ridden by jockey Jack Kennedy
- Receives the 7lb Mare's allowance
- Beaten only once in last 10 starts
- Arrives here on the back of a 30L victory over the current Champion Hurdle holder Stateman
Stateman
- Trained by Willie Mullins and will be ridden by Paul Townend
- He wasn't at his best over the Christmas Period but bounced back to winning ways last time out
- Has a bit to find with the two market principles
- Won this race back in 2023 but was handed to him due to the withdrawal of Constitution Hill
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