Constitution Hill set for shock Bahrain adventure as Nicky Henderson uncovers surprising new target for stable star

CONSTITUTION HILL is set for a shock Bahrain adventure – after Nicky Henderson uncovered a surprising new target for his stable star. The former Champion Hurdle king won’t need his passport for the Melbourne Cup after failing to qualify on his most recent run. Constitution Hill could run in Bahrain on the same day the November meeting starts at Cheltenham Credit: Getty But Seven Barrows boss Henderson has found a lucrative race in the Middle East in November. The newly-created Gulf of Bahrain Cup over 1m6f could come into play for the former Champion Hurdle winner on November 13. Ironically, that is the same day Cheltenham’s November meeting starts. But first – and much more likely – are two Group 3s at home. Henderson is trying to find the right races for Constitution Hill after the nine-year-old code-switcher was given an official rating of 108 following his fourth-placed finish in the September Stakes. He has faced calls to retire the punter favourite – but Sun Racing columnist Matt Chapman has been among those insisting such pleas are nonsense. Henderson has been busy scouring the program book to find suitable races for the ex-Supreme champ. And it looks like it could take him to some unlikely destinations. Most read in Horse Racing The trainer told Press Association: “The two races in England look to be the Cumberland Lodge at Ascot (October 3) or the St Simon (Stakes, October 24) at Newbury, I would have said. “There are races abroad and there is a race in Bahrain, but I would have said one of the two English races come next. “They are both Group 3s and are probably the obvious ones.” More to follow. FREE BETS – GET THE BEST SIGN UP DEALS AND RACING OFFERS Commercial content notice: Taking one of the offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. You should be aware brands pay fees to appear in the highest placements on the page. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: Establishes time and monetary limits before playing Only gambles with money they can afford to lose Never chases their losses Doesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry or depressed Gamcare – www.gamcare.org.uk Gamble Aware – www.gambleaware.org Find our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here. Comment now