16:00 cheltenham Tuesday 10th March 2026

With a number of conspicuous absences three-time Festival heroine LOSSIEMOUTH (9) could become just the seventh mare to land the prestigious prize. Best judged on her dual G1 Mares' Hurdle victories rather than a sub-par second in the G1 Irish Champion Hurdle last time after which excuses were made. Leading contender. THE NEW LION (4) represents the main danger having been unbeaten as a novice while impressively winning the G1 Baring Bingham at this meeting last year. Not entirely convincing when victorious in the G2 International Hurdle here in January by 1. 5L. BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD (7) endured defeats both Cheltenham starts to date. Cannot be discounted. Surprise winner last season GOLDEN ACE (8) holds place claims.