St Patrick’s Day came early at the Cheltenham Festival yesterday (Thursday) as the even celebrated all things Irish.
The day recognises the huge volume of racegoers who travel over from the Emerald Isle to enjoy the races each year.
The big winner of the day was 9/2 shot Heart Wood, who raced to victory in the Ryanair Chase.
Here are 15 pictures of St Patrick’s Day.
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9. Celebrating
The delights of a winning owner as Ask Brewster wins The Rosconn Group Fulke Walwyn Kim Muir Challenge Cup Amateur Jockeys' Handicap Chase. | Getty Images
10. In training
A delighted Dan Skelton after training Supremely West to win The Pertemps Network Final Handicap Hurdle. | Getty Images
11. Hero's welcome
Darragh O'Keeffe returns after riding Heart Wood to victory in The Ryanair Chase. | Getty Images
