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The recent news coverage of the Cheltenham Festival has been focused on the unfortunate deaths of two horses on the first day of the event. These incidents have sparked discussions and concerns about horse welfare and safety in horse racing. The Cheltenham Festival is a prominent event in the National Hunt racing calendar in the United Kingdom. It is a four-day festival held annually in March at the Cheltenham Racecourse in Gloucestershire. The festival features several high-profile races, including the Cheltenham Gold Cup, Champion Hurdle, Queen Mother Champion Chase, and Stayers' Hurdle. Known for its competitive racing and large prize money, the Cheltenham Festival attracts top horses, jockeys, and trainers from around the world.

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Cheltenham Festival Sees Mixed Attendance

The Cheltenham Festival, a highlight of the jump racing calendar, opened on March 11, 2025, with over 55,000 attendees. Despite efforts to improve the experience, attendance is expected to decline due to rising accommodation costs and previous years' attendance drops. Changes include frozen ticket prices and expanded drinking areas.

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