Legendary Cheltenham horse Envoi Allen dies after collapsing moments after his last ever race in the Gold Cup

Legendary Cheltenham horse Envoi Allen has died after collapsing on the horse walk moments after the showpiece race of the Festival, the Gold Cup.

The 12-year-old was a huge hit with the fans, picking up 10 Grade 1 wins throughout his career including three at Cheltenham.

Trained by Henry de Bromhead and jockeyed by Darragh O’Keeffe, this was supposed to be Envoi Allen’s final race before enjoying retirement.  

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