Cheltenham Festival 2014
Updates and reaction from one of the biggest and most famous events in racing calendar - the Cheltenham Festival.
Updates and reaction from one of the biggest and most famous events in racing calendar - the Cheltenham Festival.
Jockey Daryl Jacobs has been injured in a dramatic incident at the Cheltenham Fesitval.
Somerset trainer Paul Nicholl's horse appeared to be spooked by something as he was cantering to the start for the 2.40 race. The horse went through the rails and jockey Jacobs was thrown from the saddle and into a TV camera.
Initial reports suggest that Jacobs has injured his shoulder and leg. He is currently having medical treatment.
Its Ladies Day at Cheltenham and the crowds have been out not only to watch the racing but to inspect the fashions
The first day of the Cheltenham Festival has attracted huge crowds today. Among them some famous faces.
The sun was out at Cheltenham today as the final preparations were made for the start of the festival on Tuesday