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Act Of Innocence Eyes Cheltenham After Strong Showing

3/10/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Act Of Innocence, a horse trained by Nicky Henderson, is set to run at the Cheltenham Festival in the Turners Novices' Hurdle after a strong performance in the Sidney Banks Memorial Novices' Hurdle.
Breeder Robert Honner expresses optimism about Act Of Innocence, noting its sire My Dream Boat has produced multiple winners.
Clongiffen Stud will welcome Magneticjim as a stallion, expected to enhance their breeding program with successful offspring.

History

Historical Context

The Sidney Banks Memorial Novices' Hurdle, first run in 1976, highlights the significance of breeding in horse racing. Breeder Robert Honner emphasized the success of My Dream Boat, sire of Act Of Innocence, at the 2016 event. This focus on lineage continues to shape competitive racing, influencing breeding programs like Clongiffen Stud's with stallion Magneticjim, as seen in the anticipation for the Cheltenham Festival.

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Story summary

Act Of Innocence, a horse trained by Nicky Henderson, is set to run at the Cheltenham Festival in the Turners Novices' Hurdle after a strong performance in the Sidney Banks Memorial Novices' Hurdle.
Breeder Robert Honner expresses optimism about Act Of Innocence, noting its sire My Dream Boat has produced multiple winners.
Clongiffen Stud will welcome Magneticjim as a stallion, expected to enhance their breeding program with successful offspring.

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