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Unbeaten Minella Study Prepares for Triumph Hurdle Glory

3/7/2026

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Trainer Adam Nicol plans to send Minella Study to Cheltenham Festival next week, citing his 100% Cheltenham record.
Minella Study is unbeaten in three hurdle starts and favored for Triumph Hurdle.
Nicol emphasizes training on Bamburgh beach in Northumberland, including cooling legs.
Galopin Des Champs, a previous winner, is ruled out for the season due to health issues.
Nicol remains optimistic about Minella Study's chances at the festival.

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Trainer Adam Nicol plans to send Minella Study to Cheltenham Festival next week, citing his 100% Cheltenham record.
Minella Study is unbeaten in three hurdle starts and favored for Triumph Hurdle.
Nicol emphasizes training on Bamburgh beach in Northumberland, including cooling legs.
Galopin Des Champs, a previous winner, is ruled out for the season due to health issues.
Nicol remains optimistic about Minella Study's chances at the festival.