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Cheltenham Gold Cup - Racehorse Bregawn ridden by G Bradley jumps the last (right) and goes on to win
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Cheltenham Gold Cup - Racehorse Bregawn ridden by G Bradley jumps the last (right) and goes on to win
Cheltenham Gold Cup - Racehorse Bregawn ridden by G Bradley jumps the last (right) and goes on to win with Captain John (left) and Wayward Lan (obscured) 1983
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In this iconic photograph from the Northcliffe Collection, the thrilling moment of the 1983 Cheltenham Gold Cup race is captured as if frozen in time. The image showcases the intense concentration and determination of jockey G. Bradley aboard the powerful racehorse, Bregawn, as they clear the final hurdle (the last, right) with just a narrow lead over their opponents. The tension in the air is palpable as the trio of horses, Bregawn, Captain John, and Wayward Lan, race towards the finish line. The Cheltenham Gold Cup is one of the most prestigious National Hunt races in the United Kingdom, held annually at the Cheltenham Racecourse in Gloucestershire. The Gold Cup is a test of both horse and jockey's endurance, skill, and courage, with the horses and riders facing a grueling 3 miles and 2½ furlongs (5,329 meters) course filled with 22 obstacles. Bregawn, a ten-year-old Thoroughbred, was a consistent performer throughout his career, but it was in the 1983 Cheltenham Gold Cup that he truly shone. Ridden by the experienced jockey G. Bradley, Bregawn held off the challenges of Captain John and Wayward Lan to claim the coveted title and the substantial prize money. This photograph is a testament to the exhilarating and unpredictable nature of horse racing, capturing the raw emotion and intensity of the competition. The determination etched on the faces of the jockeys and the powerful strides of the horses make for a captivating scene that continues to enthrall audiences even decades after the race took place.
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