Gordon Elliott’s prolific mare had won eight of her nine previous starts over obstacles, with her only defeat coming at the hands of Lossiemouth in the Aintree Hurdle in the spring. She’s very laid back but she knows how to win,” said Elliott. We were toying with going for the two-mile race (December Hurdle) and it could have been a bit sharp around there for her today. He added: “Two miles around Cheltenham could be a bit sharp for her so I’d say she’ll go for the Mares’ Hurdle. “She’s shown again how tough she is and I doubt she’ll run again before Cheltenham.”

Source: Express December 29, 2025 14:16 UTC