 Britain is the home of National Hunt racing, although the sport has more national significance and popularity in Ireland.The Cheltenham Festival is the foremost jump racing festival in the world, and is an annual target for both British and Irish trainers.The festival hosts races such as the Cheltenham Gold Cup and Champion Hurdle, which are seen as the peak of their disciplines and over the years have been won by horses whose appeal has transcended the sport, including Kauto Star and Desert Orchid.