Mar 9 • 18:10 UTC 🇬🇧 UK Mirror

'It'll take a good one to beat him' - Old Park Star's owner can't wait for Cheltenham

Owner Gordon Hall looks forward to the Cheltenham Festival with his horse, Old Park Star, which is a favorite in the Supreme Novices' Hurdle.

Gordon Hall and his wife Su, proud owners of the racehorse Truckers Lodge, are excited about their participation in the 2026 Cheltenham Festival. Their journey into horse racing began with a £55,000 purchase that quickly turned into a passion project, culminating in securing top contenders for the prestigious event. Hall, a successful entrepreneur, has embraced the racing world, shifting from a fan to a significant player in the sport after his construction business flourished.

The couple's ritual before races includes wearing the same socks, kissing a lucky coin, and calming nerves with a few pints of Guinness, highlighting the blend of superstition and tradition in horse racing. Hall expresses confidence in Old Park Star, who is favored to win the Supreme Novices' Hurdle, and Act Of Innocence, expecting that only a

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