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Kylie Jenner stuns in black leotard at launch of new perfume before watching tennis with boyfriend Timothée Chalamet

KYLIE Jenner serves up her new perfume — before watching tennis with boyfriend Timothée Chalamet.

The US reality star, 27, wore a black leotard for the photoshoot featuring an outsize bottle of her Cosmic 2.0 fragrance.

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Kylie Jenner wears a black leotard for a photoshoot featuring an outsize bottle of her Cosmic 2.0 fragrance[/caption]
Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet at a tennis match.
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US reality star Kylie was spotted watching tennis with boyfriend Timothée Chalamet[/caption]
Kylie Jenner at a tennis match.
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Kylie wore a red shirt and shades as the pair were spotted laughing between points[/caption]

She also watched a match at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, with Bob Dylan star Timothée, 29.

Kylie wore a red shirt and shades as the pair were spotted laughing between points in the stands.

We revealed earlier how fans of Kylie are feeling rather cringed out after she grabbed Timothee for an awkward kiss as he tried to concentrate on the tennis.

“I’m convinced he hates her lol,” said a Redditor who shared a video of the awkward moment on the social media platform.

“Notice how she spotted the camera right as the video starts. It’s all a show for her,” commented one person.

Another said: “Oh my goddd this was painful.”

“She does it all for the camera, he actually rolled his eye up into his head,” said a third.

A fourth then penned: “Idk how people can ship them when this is so… painfully awkward.

“Her body language is very possessive and smothering because he does not return that same energy.

While a fifth added: “Could not be any more obviously fake and planned moment. She makes direct eye contact with the camera to be sure they’re filming. Christ.”

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Lottery results LIVE: National Lottery Set For Life draw tonight, March 10, 2025

THE National Lottery Set For Life numbers are in and it’s time to find out if you’ve won the top prize of £10,000 every month for 30 years.

Could tonight’s jackpot see you start ticking off that bucket list every month or building your own start-up as a budding entrepreneur?

Can you imagine what you could enjoy if you had £10,000 every month for 30 years?
Can you imagine what you could enjoy if you had £10,000 every month for 30 years?

You can find out by checking your ticket against tonight’s numbers below.

Good luck!

Tonight’s National Lottery Set For Life numbers are: 05, 14, 24, 36, 41 and the Life Ball is 10.

The first National Lottery draw was held on November 19 1994 when seven winners shared a jackpot of £5,874,778.

The largest amount ever to be won by a single ticket holder was £42million, won in 1996.

Gareth Bull, a 49-year-old builder, won £41million in November, 2020 and ended up knocking down his bungalow to make way for a luxury manor house with a pool.

  1. £1.308 billion (Powerball) on January 13 2016 in the US, for which three winning tickets were sold, remains history’s biggest lottery prize
  2. £1.267 billion (Mega Million) a winner from South Carolina took their time to come forward to claim their prize in March 2019 not long before the April deadline
  3. £633.76 million (Powerball draw) from a winner from Wisconsin
  4. £625.76 million (Powerball)  Mavis L. Wanczyk of Chicopee, Massachusetts claimed the jackpot in August 2017
  5. £575.53 million (Powerball)  A lucky pair of winners scooped the jackpot in Iowa and New York in October 2018

Sue Davies, 64, bought a lottery ticket to celebrate ending five months of shielding during the pandemic — and won £500,000.

Sandra Devine, 36, accidentally won £300k – she intended to buy her usual £100 National Lottery Scratchcard, but came home with a much bigger prize.

The biggest jackpot ever to be up for grabs was £66million in January last year, which was won by two lucky ticket holders.

Another winner, Karl managed to bag £11million aged just 23 in 1996.

The odds of winning the lottery are estimated to be about one in 14million – BUT you’ve got to be in it to win it.

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YouTuber and influencer Alysha Burney, 25, dies during birthday trip to Mexico as brother pays tribute to ‘classy woman’

A POPULAR YouTuber and social media influencer has tragically died while celebrating her birthday in Mexico.

Alysha Burney reportedly passed away in her sleep on March 2 – just a day before she was set to turn 25.

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Influencer Alysha Burney has died
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The influencer was on a birthday trip to Mexico
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She reportedly died after having an asthma attack

Devastated brother Charles Burney confirmed the tragic news on social media.

He wrote in an Instagram post: “I come with great sadness that my little sister Alysha Burney has passed. Please allow our family time to grieve during this time.

“It is extremely difficult seeing all of the false narratives trying to defame her legacy.”

Charles, who was with Alysha when she passed away, said that she died after having an asthma attack while she was asleep.

He told FOX4: “She was a self-loving and happy individual who cherished her life and was looking forward to the upcoming year’s plans. She was in Mexico to celebrate her birthday.

“She was a very classy young woman.”

Slamming inline speculations about her sister’s tragic death, Charles said: “There’s a spread of misinformation online, stating different things based on speculation.

“These sources lack credibility and should not be believed. My sister did not engage in environments that would lead to such situations.”

Alysha had more than 5million followers across Instagram and TikTok.

Fans of the social media star flocked to the comments section to express their grief.

One person said: “Can’t believe we lost another angel today. like this, better be fake, she actually does no wrong.

“I can’t believe she’s gone, I refuse to believe.”

Another fan wrote: “Why I’m scrolling TikTok seeing that Alysha Burney passed? Say right now and quit playing.”

A third said: “Please tell me this is a lie?”

It comes after an OnlyFans model was mysteriously found dead at her home two weeks after losing contact with her family.

Cops discovered Juli Luxie, 21, at her apartment in Essonne, France, after her parents desperately feared for her wellbeing.

Her father sounded the alarm as he had not heard from his daughter – who was usually active on social media – in a fortnight.

Her dad also reported that Juli had been “depressed”, according to Le Parisien.

Cops revealed they discovered traces of blood and bottles of nitrous oxide, also known as “laughing gas”, in the apartment, just south of Paris.

Juli, originally from Pas-de-Calais, reportedly “consumed it in large quantities”.

These canisters of NOS, which is used as a recreational drug, were found in her home.

Nitrous oxide has also been known to lead to unconsciousness and hallucinations when inhaled.

Police revealed they launched an investigation into the OnlyFans star’s tragic death and will carry out an autopsy.

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Alysha had more than 5 million followers across Instagram and TikTok

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City-centre pub branded ‘one of the best’ shuts its doors for the final time

AN iconic pub has closed its doors for the last time leaving punters gutted.

The family-run Walnut Tree Shades in the centre of Norwich that has dates back to the 1850s went out with a bang on Saturday night.

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The Walnut Tree Shades closed its doors for good on Saturday night
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The pub went out with a bang with a fancy-dress and live music night (stock)[/caption]

Known for its live-music, the boozer was hugely popular with locals.

In a post on Facebook the pub wrote: “It’s our last week of the Walnut Treee Shades pub being what we know and love for many many years we are all very gutted.

“So come down, enjoy the pub as we know and enjoy a drink!”

The pub went all out on Saturday night to say goodbye with punters turning up in fancy dress to enjoy a last night of live music and pints before it closed for good.

The landlord and landlady behind the pub have confirmed that they are moving to another local pub in April.

“We hope to see all your lovely faces there, we will still be having bands, private functions and more!” they said on Facebook.

But, “the Walnut Tree Shades going forward won’t be how we know it and love it,” they added as they thanked musicians and customers for their support.

The Walnut Tree Shades landlords said that the pub is being converted into a sports bar, but according to a spokesperson from the Stonegate Pub Company that owns the boozer this is incorrect.

“The decision of what will happen next to the pub has not been made and we are currently looking to recruit a new publican on a temporary basis until the decision has been made on what the pub will be next,” a spokesperson said.

“We’re anticipating this decision to be made by the end of next week.”

The company decided to re brand the pub and moved the current landlords to The Reindeer in Dereham Road, another venue known for its music.

The current landlord, Louise Wilding announced that she would be leaving The Reindeer by the end of the month.

But even though the people behind the Walnut Tree Shades are moving, locals and employees are gutted.

Yasmin Clouting who worked for the boozer told Evening News: “The locals here are devastated.

“We have bands here every week and they bring in a good crowd.

“We’ve had to move all of these booked-in performances to the new site.”

On Facebook, locals shared their misery with one saying: “Such a shame. It’s an iconic city music pub.

“I’ve been playing there with various bands since the 1980s and it was a regular music spot long before that. Sad times.”

“What a let down for all the people that have ran the place, been to see bands & played The Walnut since the 1960’s. Tragic,” another said.

Others called it “one of the best”.

It is not the only historic pub to shut its doors this week with one in West Yorkshire dating back to 1610 closing down for good.

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Devout regulars of the pub will have to go to The Reindeer where the landlords are moving to (stock)

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Six BEST classic cars that you can pick up on a budget starting at £3k – including open-top roadster & iconic hatchback

THESE are the six best classic cars you can pick up on a budget starting at £3,000 – including an open-top roadster and an iconic hatchback.

Research shows money can’t really buy happiness but rather experiences are what tickle our fancy.

And with that in mind, the Daily Telegraph has come up with a list of vintage motors that leave a lasting impression.

MGB – £3,000 to £6,000

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The MGB has readily available parts and is easy to fix, despite its age[/caption]

The simple to run MGB, produced between 1962 and 1980, could be yours for as little as £3,000.

Simple to run and repair, the open-top roadster will tickle your eardrums with its classic engine roar, although it is incredibly susceptible to rust.

Parts are also readily available for the iconic motor, and while its later rubber-bumper models are cheaper, they are not as appealing as the earlier chrome-bumpered ones.

Good maintenance will ensure the motor remains tough and while the cheapest models will only set you back around £3,000, you might have to spend up to £4,000 to get one usable for daily drives.

If you’re keen for a good condition Roadster or GT, you’ll have to spend closer to £6,000.

Fiat 500 and Citroen 2CV – £5,000 to £7,000

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The Fiat 500 was first produced in 1957[/caption]
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The similarly powered Citroen 2CV first came to life in 1948[/caption]

The original city car, the Fiat 500 is an iconic classic that will draw looks wherever you go.

However, the tiny motor may not be ideal if you’re on the upper-end of heights, although some owners have called it “surprisingly roomy inside”.

You can get your hands on one for around £7,000, powered by a tiny twin-cylinder engine.

Similarly, you could grab a Citroen 2CV for less than £6,000, a classic French motor designed for the needs of farmers.

Also powered by a distinctive sounding twin-cylinder engine, the motor stands tall as one of Citroen’s most iconic vehicles.

Both motors are likely to suffer from rust but beyond that, they are considered solid classics for the modern age.

Peugeot 205 GTi 1.9 – £7,000 to £12,000

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The Peugeot 205 GTi is famed for its handling[/caption]

As we enter five-figure prices, the quality of cars does begin to rise with it.

The nimble Peugeot 205 GTi was a complete game-changer when it hit the roads in 1984, capable of taking corners more smoothly than the other hot hatchbacks of the era.

Rivalling the Volkswagen Golf GTI and Ford Escort XR3i, this classic French motor is “fun, nippy, and easy to maintain”.

On top of that, its maintenance costs aren’t expected to be too high, and you can get your hands on a decent one for less than £10,000.

However, some electrical problems are to be expected, but none out of the ordinary for cars of the same era.

Jaguar XJS – £9,000 to £25,000

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You can grab a decent Jaguar XJS for around £9,000[/caption]

Jaguar is one of the best names in British motoring and its XJS deserves all the same love.

Produced between 1975 and 1996, the motor went through three distinct iterations, helping more than 115,000 units be sold.

While it may have been somewhat unloved in the past, its V12 and straight-six engines are incredibly resilient and let you drive in peace and quiet.

You can bag a decent one for £9,000, with collector’s versions coming in at £20,000 and up.

However, it should be noted that the XJS does struggle with fuel consumption and typical rust build-up behind its bumpers.

Porsche 911 (997 series) – £20,000 to £80,000

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The Porsche 911 (997 series) was produced between 2004 and 2013[/caption]

Topping off the list is the Porsche 911 (997 series) – a model that lies in one of the most iconic lines of car ever made.

These high-performance and valuable machines are often stored away but can make for easy driving on long road trips.

The 997 model, produced between 2004 and 2013, is a far cry from the original 911, first made in 1964, but still has the same core reliability and character of the original model.

You can get a fairly reliable one for just £20,000 but it’s recommended to get a mechanical inspection before you sink your cash in.

Top six classic cars you can grab on a budget

  • MGB – typically sells for between £3,000 and £6,000
  • Fiat 500 – typically sells for between £5,000 and £7,000
  • Citroen 2CV – typically sells for between £5,000 and £7,000
  • Peugeot 205 GTi 1.9 – typically sells for between £7,000 and £12,000
  • Jaguar XJS – typically sells for between £9,000 and £25,000
  • Porsche 911 (997 series) – typically sells for between £20,000 and £80,000

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First Soccer Aid 2025 stars revealed including England legend, boxing superstar and huge TV comic

WAYNE Rooney is back in football management — as Soccer Aid’s England boss alongside boxer Tyson Fury.

The pair will share a dugout for the June 15 clash with a World XI.

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Wayne Rooney is back in football management[/caption]
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Rooney will be Soccer Aid’s England boss alongside boxer Tyson Fury[/caption]
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Rooney told fans: ‘Tyson and I are taking it incredibly seriously. We’ll put on a show’[/caption]
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Olympian Sir Mo Farah will play for England[/caption]

Wayne, 39, who left Plymouth Argyle on New Year’s Eve, told fans: “Tyson and I are taking it incredibly seriously. We’ll put on a show.”

Tyson, 36, who retired from boxing in January, added: “England manager! Who would have ever thought it?

“The prospect of leading my team to victory fills me with just as much excitement as any heavyweight fight.”

England will call on ex-1D star Louis Tomlinson and Olympian Sir Mo Farah, actress Vicky McClure and comic Paddy McGuinness.

Ex-players confirmed for Old Trafford, Manchester, include England’s Paul Scholes, Gary Neville and David James plus Lionesses Jill Scott, Steph Houghton and Toni Duggan.

The World XI’s ex-Italian defender Leonardo Bonucci said: “I want to win, badly. I just hope I don’t make Tyson too angry.”

Soccer Aid has raised £106million for Unicef since it kicked off in 2006.

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Ex-1D singer Louis Thomlinson will feature in the charity match[/caption]
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Actress Vicky McClure will also play for the Three Lions[/caption]
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Soccer Aid has raised £106million for Unicef since it kicked off in 2006 – pictured Paddy McGuinness[/caption]

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Cheltenham tips: ‘He’s open to stacks of improvement’ – Templegate’s 6-1 NAP to hammer bookies on day one of Festival

TEMPLEGATE takes on day one of Cheltenham Festival confident of sending the bookies home with a huge hole in their wallets.

He reveals all his picks for a blockbuster first day from Prestbury Park – with the big race, the Champion Hurdle, coming at 4pm.

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STENCIL (4.40 Cheltenham, nap)

Ran a mighty race behind Triumph Hurdle favourite East India Dock here last time and faces nothing of his class today. He kept up a decent pace for a long way and this two-mile trip is ideal. He likes soft ground and there should be enough juice in it after the taps have been turned on at Prestbury Park. He’s had just four runs and can find plenty of improvement with the excellent James Reveley in the saddle.

TRANSMISSION (5.20 Cheltenham, nb)

Looks to be crying out for this test and can give jockey Patrick Mullins his fifth win in this race – even though he’s taking on pro jockeys this time. Neil Mulholland’s eight-year-old had a bit up his sleeve when scoring in a hot handicap here over 3m1f in November. He then challenged too late when second in December and was kept over hurdles for his prep run. This is his first crack at a real marathon distance and he looks very fairly handicapped.

BROADWAY BOY (2.40 Cheltenham, treble)

Can put his excellent Cheltenham form to good use. He landed two nice prizes here last season and kicked off this campaign with an excellent third in a hot handicap. He then ran an absolute belter in the Hennessy at Newbury when beaten less than two lengths into second. He then returned to quickly when fourth here last time but has wisely been given a break since. His liking for the track and running up with the pace will take him a long way.

Templegate’s race-by-race guide to day one of Cheltenham

1.20

HENRY De Bromhead is streets Ahead in the Supreme Novices’ Hurdle. His WORKAHEAD can stun hotpot Kopek Des Bordes who could boil over in the electric Festival atmosphere.

He was fizzy at Leopardstown last time and Cheltenham will be a test. Horses wearing headgear have a poor record too.

That gives my fancy a chance to build on his hammering of William Munny last time with Romeo Coolio another danger.

Here’s my guide to the field with ratings out of five stars:

FUNICULI FUNICULA 2

FUN run. Promising French import. Wasn’t seen until January when he routed a big field at Clonmel on yard debut. Has a bright future but this looks a little bit too much at this stage.

IRANCY 3

PLACE fancy Irancy. Missed two years before finishing third at Fairyhouse on debut for Willie Mullins. Off another 11 months before an impressive success at Punchestown in November. Jumps and travels so in the each-way picture.

KARBAU 2

KAR lacks a gear. Yet another Willie Mullins French important, he showed good ace when scooting in at Punchestown in January. He loved the deep ground when jumping well there and will have to deal with these quicker conditions on a sharp hike in class.

KARNIQUET 2

NOT yet Quet. Second on both French runs before striking on debut for Willie Mullins at Tramore in November. Far from disgraced 13 lengths behind Kopek Des Bordes in the Brave Inca and showed good pace in the closing stages.

KOPEK DES BORDES 4

WILL he Kope? The clear No1 of the Willie Mullins sextet, he clocked an excellent time when winning the Brave Inca at Leopardstown on top of two bloodless. minor wins. He is proven on any ground and is the right favourite who will take lots of beating. The negative at a short price is he got pretty worked up pre-race last time and has to face the Cheltenham atmosphere. He’s also bidding to be the first winner in headgear since 1992.

ROMEO COOLIO 4

LOVE Romeo. Last year’s Champion Bumper second won a Leopardstown Grade 1 with ease. He did make one bad error but his brilliant engine took him home. He’s right in the mix for Gordon Elliott.

SALVATOR MUNDI 3

TOR a force. He landed a Punchestown Grade 2 in the mud last time despite making quite a few mistakes. He’s got a good engine though and will have schooled plenty since then. Has that negative stat about headgear but could make the frame.

SKY LORD 2

PRAY for Lord. No match for Salvator Mundi last time with no obvious excuse. Shapes as though a longer trip would help and has a lot on his plate.

TRIPOLI FLYER 3

FLYER high. Britain’s best hope stepped up well to win a Kempton Grade 2 last time in a fast time. Can jump a little to the right, which isn’t ideal, but is a strong traveller who deserves his place but needs more to figure.

TUTTI QUANTI 1

TUTTI frutti. Took a minor ace at Ffos Las but was held in modest company at Newbury last time and this looks a touch optimistic on Paul Nicholls’ part.

WILLIAM MUNNY 3
ON the Munny. Burst on the scene with fast-time win in a Punchestown Grade 2 last month. First-time hood here, which is a negative on the stats, but he’s speedy and could make the places.

WORKAHEAD 5

AHEAD case. After a promising Navan debut, he destroyed William Munny at Leopardstown at Christmas. Henry De Bromhead is great at getting his horses to peak at Cheltenham and there’s a lot more to come from this strong stayer.

2.00

MAJ can reign for Willie Mullins in the Arkle Trophy. MAJBOROUGH doesn’t have anything like the sadly injured Sir Gino up against him today. He showed his class at Leopardstown last time.

L’Eau Du Sud looks booked for second ahead of Only By Night who is overpriced.

Here’s my guide to the small but select field:

JANGO BAIE 3

BAIE must make a splash. Was re-routed to this by Nicky Henderson after Sir Gino’s injury. May have won the Grade 1 Scilly Isles at Sandown last time but for a final-fence mistake and would definitely prefer a longer trip. He won well here over 2m4f in December and that liking for the track is a plus. Have to show his very best to edge out L’Eau Du Sud and grab second.

L’EAU DU SUD 4

L’EAU can go. Was a useful hurdler but has taken giant strides since tackling fences and took the trial for this race over course and distance in November without breaking sweat. Dan Skelton then stepped him up to Grade 1 level to win Henry VII at Sandown with lots left in the tank. He made a couple of errors there but jumped a lot better when winning the Kingmaker at Warwick last month. He can give Majborough the most to worry about.

MAJBOROUGH 5

YOUR Maj. Last year’s Triumph Hurdle winner has looked something special on both chase runs so far. After a comfortable debut win, he ran away with the Irish Arkle at Leopardstown last month. He tanked along there and nothing could lay a glove on him. It won’t be quite so easy this time but he looks on a different level.

TOUCH ME NOT 3

NOT today. Saw Majborough disappearing in the distance last time but is a proven Grade 2 winner who deserves his place here. Will have to show major improvement to trouble the jolly but isn’t a mile behind the British pair.

ONLY BY NIGHT 4

Won a Cork Grade 2 before matching that form at Exeter last time. She gets a handy 7lb allowance from the boys here which brings her a bit closer. Is capable of better and no shock to see her hit the forecast spot at tasty odds.

2.40

BROADWAY BOY can put his excellent Cheltenham form to good use.

He landed two nice prizes here last season and kicked off this campaign with an excellent third in a hot handicap.

He then ran an absolute belter in the Hennessy at Newbury when beaten less than two lengths into second.

He then returned to quickly when fourth here last time but has wisely been given a break since.

His liking for the track and running up with the pace will take him a long way.

Henry’s Friend is a Grade 2 winner at best and had plenty in hand when winning at Newbury last time.

He’s another coming here fresh and his stamina will be a real asset for Sunracing columnist Ben Pauling.

The Changing Man broke his duck over fences at Ascot last time with lots in the tank.

He should enjoy this trip and will be a threat if handling this bigger field.

Crebilly was second in the Festival Plate last season and is back from 2lb lower after some quiet runs.

He’s yet to win beyond 2m4f but shapes like he could stay which would make him dangerous.

Katate Dori has been hiked 12lb for his easy Kempton win on the back of victories at Chepstow and Exeter.

The softer the ground the better as he stays all day. He’s got a chance even off this stiffer mark.

The Irish have a shocking record in this race but The Short Go was second here in October and was going well before unseating hid rider at Navan latest.

Famous Bridge was a distant fourth in this last year and needs plenty of rain to repeat that placing.

Lucinda Russell is always respected in staying chases and her Whistle Stop Tour found 2m4f on the sharp side here last time.

Moving up trip looks a wise move with him, while stablemate Myretown ran right away from his rivals over 3m at Kelso last time.

A 4lb rise gives him an each-way squeak. Victtorino has been in flying form at Ascot and would be dangerous if repeating that on this very different track.

3.20

PROVIDED she is over her fall at Leopardstown last time, LOSSIEMOUTH is a different class to these mares.

She was an excellent winner of this race 12 months ago on top of her victory in the 2023 Triumph Hurdle.

It’s fair to say she was being trained for the Champion Hurdle this season which is why she took on Constitution Hill in the Christmas Hurdle at Kempton.

The drop to 2m didn’t seem to be ideal and she took a little while to get going before finishing strongly, just over two lengths behind.

It was too far out against State Man last time to know what would have happened before her tumble but she seemed to be going best of the pair at the time.

If she’s anywhere near her best, there’s nothing in this field who can trouble her.

Joyeuse has been wisely supplemented for this race and she looked very much like a Graded performer when winning the William Hill Hurdle in style at Newbury last time.

This is clearly stronger company than that but she scored so easily that she’ll cope and can reward each-way support.

Kala Conti looks a big price to make the frame after a good second behind July Flower who lines up here too. She was sent for home too soon and got picked off in the closing stages.

I fancy her chances of turning that form around with a slightly more considered ride.

Jade De Grugy was impressive coming back from a year off to win the Quevega Hurdle at Punchestown 19 days ago.

She picked up strongly when ridden more quietly than usual. Her stamina is assured and it wouldn’t be a surprise if she gave Willie Mullins the first two past the post.

Dysart Enos hasn’t really fulfilled the potential she showed last season.

She returned with a big-field third here in November but was disappointing at Ascot last time.

It will be interesting to see how she goes tackling this longer trip for the first time.

Take No Chances won a Grade 2 nicely at Ascot last time out in January and she was third in a fair handicap here in December. She will have to improve on that to figure.

4.00

CONSTITUTION HILL can regain his Champion Hurdle crown.

He looked back to his best at Kempton last time and can extend his perfect record to eight.

Brighterdaysahead is an improved model from the one that was second at last year’s Festival and can give him most to do with a 7lb allowance.

BURDETT ROAD 3

ROAD works. Listed-standard on the Flat and is a more than useful hurdler.

He was impressive when winning the Greatwood Handicap Hurdle here in November and he led for a long way in the Christmas Hurdle before the class of Constitution Hill and Lossiemouth told.

Capable of finishing third but needs one of the big three to have an off day.

CONSTITUTION HILL 5

HILL on a different level. At his best, he’s one of the greatest hurdlers we’ve ever seen and his 2022 Supreme Novices’ cakewalk will never be forgotten.

Off-track issues meant he couldn’t defend his Champion title 12 months ago but he looked close to his best when winning the Christmas Hurdle at Kempton returning from a year off.

He didn’t have to leave third gear when extending his 100 per cent winning record in the Bula here last time.

Nicky Henderson says he’s fit and ready. He’ll take all the beating if that’s the case.

KING OF KINGSFIELD 1

KING abdicated. He’s here solely as a pacemaker for Brighterdaysahead who needs this run at a breakneck gallop.

STATE MAN 3

CHAMP KO’d. Won this well last year in Con Hill’s absence but was no match for him in 2023.

His form this season has definitely been below his very best and he finished very tired when taking the Irish Champion Hurdle at Leopardstown after Lossiemouth’s fall.

Willie Mullins is adamant he’ll be competitive but even his best form wouldn’t be enough to topple prime Constitution Hill.

WINTER FOG 2

FOG lamped. Regular placer at Grade 1 level but has never looked like winning in this sort of company.

He was down the field in the County Hurdle on his last visit to the Festival in 2023 and will be ridden to pick up any pieces.

That is likely to mean finishing no better than fourth.

BRIGHTERDAYSAHEAD 4

HAPPY Days. Gordon Elliott is full of confidence after her 30-length win in Grade 1 company at Leopardstown at Christmas.

She’s been beating a below-par State Man and Winter Fog this season so will have to improve now matter how impressive she’s looked.

Was beaten at last year’s Festival when odds-on but has improved since. The big danger.

GOLDEN ACE 3

GOLDEN shot. Won the Mares’ Novice here last year and put a few modest runs behind her with a blistering victory at Wincanton last time.

She’s best over this trip and trainer Jeremy Scott is in good form. No shock if she nicks third.

4.40

STENCIL ran a mighty race behind Triumph Hurdle favourite East India Dock here last time and faces nothing of his class today.

He kept up a decent pace for a long way and this two-mile trip is ideal.

He likes soft ground and there should be enough juice in it after the taps have been turned on at Prestbury Park.

He’s had just four runs and can find plenty of improvement with the excellent James Reveley in the saddle.

Puturhandstogether also runs in the famous green and gold of JP McManus and he struck in a big field at Cork in December.

He was given a very quiet ride when second at Fairyhouse last time and is another with a fair bit more to come.

JP could also take this with Beyond Your Dreams who won despite making errors at Fairyhouse and can improve on this handicap debut in first-time cheekpieces.

Sony Bill is being dropped down from Grade 1 company by Willie Mullins.

He could well show more for Paul Townend getting on board for the first time.

He’s had just a couple of starts for the Closutton team and may find things happening a bit easier in this class.

Hot Fuss is fit from an easy handicap win on the level and wasn’t disgraced in a Chepstow Grade 2 at Christmas. He likes this trip and looks on a fair handicap mark.

Total Look is another who could show plenty of improvement in first-time cheekpieces for Gavin Cromwell.

He finished like a train into third at Punchestown last time and should enjoy coming up the hill. He looks a good each-way prospect.

Holy See has had three quiet runs in minor contests and it’s interesting to see him thrown in at this deep end for his handicap debut. He can outrun his odds.

5.20

TRANSMISSION looks to be crying out for this test and can give jockey Patrick Mullins his fifth win in this race – even though he’s taking on pro jockeys this time.

Neil Mulholland’s eight-year-old had a bit up his sleeve when scoring in a hot handicap here over 3m1f in November.

He then challenged too late when second in December and was kept over hurdles for his prep run.

This is his first crack at a real marathon distance and he looks very fairly handicapped.

Haiti Couleurs finished a place ahead of the tip in December and will be a danger again. He’s another who has been hurdling to protect his mark.

Now Is The Hour is one to watch on this handicap debut.

He tried to come from a mile back when fourth at Navan over three miles last time.

Moving up in distance looks a wise move and he’s respected for Gavin Cromwell.

Captain Cody has few miles on the clock over fences and was just getting going at the end of three miles when third at Navan latest. His opening mark of 140 could be worse.

Gericault Roque is interesting on just his second run since 2022.

He showed promise when third at Windsor in January and has tumbled right down the weights.

He was second in the Ultima before his layoff and could hit the frame especially with the extra-place bookies.

Stuzzikini was a no-show in the Thyestes last time but earlier won the tough Troytown at Navan over three miles in November.

He’s 10lb higher than that now but anything close to that form would put him in the place picture.

Templegate’s tips

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