Hansard’s Death at Cheltenham Becomes 20th Fatality This Year and it’s Only March

The death of a racehorse at a major festival is always a sobering moment for the sport. On the opening day of the Cheltenham Festival on 10 March 2026, the horse Hansard suffered a fatal injury during the second race, prompting renewed scrutiny of the risks involved in competitive horse racing and the welfare of … Continue reading Hansard’s Death at Cheltenham Becomes 20th Fatality This Year and it’s Only March