Rachael Blackmore and Honeysuckle thrill Cheltenham with Champion Hurdle repeat

Jockey Rachael Blackmore celebrates with the Irish flag after winning the Unibet Champion Hurdle Challenge Trophy with horse Honeysuckle. Picture: Andrew Matthews/PA Wire.

Honeysuckle brought the house down at Cheltenham as she took her unbeaten tally to 15 with another imperious performance in the Unibet Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham.

Successful behind closed doors 12 months ago, the Henry de Bromhead-trained mare gave the huge crowd plenty to cheer about as she powered up the hill to join the elite hand of dual winners in the hands of Rachael Blackmore.