Nicky Henderson remains calm and confident as he looks forward to the upcoming showdown between established star Constitution Hill and rising talent The New Lion this Saturday. Constitution Hill, previously undefeated in ten races, faced setbacks last season with falls in key races like the Champion Hurdle and at Aintree.
Henderson recently disclosed that Constitution Hill underwent thorough assessments at a specialized equine facility, indicating a proactive approach to the horse’s health and performance. Despite the challenges, Constitution Hill is considered the third favorite for the next Champion Hurdle, trailing behind contenders like Lossiemouth and The New Lion, who is set to compete in the BetMGM Fighting Fifth Hurdle at Newcastle.
The highly anticipated clash at Newcastle will see Constitution Hill pitted against The New Lion, a standout from the Cheltenham Festival. The field also includes notable entries like Anzadam and Golden Ace. Bookmakers like Coral are evenly split between Constitution Hill and The New Lion in their betting odds.
Henderson expressed confidence in Constitution Hill’s readiness for the upcoming race, highlighting positive training sessions and the horse’s overall condition. Plans are in place for a final training run before the event, ensuring the horse is well-prepared for the challenge. Despite considering additional strategies like providing a pacemaker, Henderson remains focused on the upcoming race, with owner Michael Buckley set to attend the event.
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