Ultimate Race Battle at Cheltenham: Stand Tall in History's Finale!
The stands were packed for one of the most anticipated days in the racing calendar.
Punters turned out in force for the last day of the Cheltenham Festival. [PA Media] Friday 13th proved lucky for some as excited punters filled up Cheltenham Racecourse for the final day of its famous festival. Layers were the order of the day as racegoers braved a chilly few hours in the stands, with many opting to don their beer jackets as well.
Gaelic Warrior and jockey Paul Townend left the competition in the dust in the race's most anticipated event, the Gold Cup. And for those sharper at spotting famous faces than form on the field, there were celebrities aplenty as well as the odd royal in attendance. Record breaker: Jockey Paul Townend celebrates netting an historic fifth Gold Cup win with Gaelic Warrior.
The pair cruised to victory eight lengths ahead of the field. [PA Media] No tweed here: This punter was making the most of his last days as a bachelor in a gold jacket and tie - and seemingly plenty of liquid refreshments. Brute strength: This woman had no intention of missing the action, and luckily found someone willing to offer her a shoulder ride.
Fergie time: There were no wins this year for former Manchester United and racehorse owner Alex Ferguson, but he took the time to congratulate jockey Patrick Mullins after he won the JCB Triumph Hurdle riding Apolon De Charnie. Dressed for the weather: Princess Anne was taking no chances of a chill, sporting not one but two coats, as well as a snug hat and an umbrella - just in case. She was joined by her husband Sir Tim Lawrence on a walk around the site with Cheltenham chief executive Guy Lavender.