Trainers claiming fast ground is a “welfare issue” are playing a dangerous game …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>
National Hunt trainers will tell you fast ground is a ‘welfare issue’ for jumps horses. Who am I to argue against them?
It’s a very dangerous claim, though, and many racing TV presenters and journalists are happy just to repeat the assertion without backing it up with any facts.
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Exeter’s walkover was described by punter’s as ‘dismal viewing’Credit: Getty
Added to all that, it’s not just fast ground we are talking about. Many are suggesting anything faster than good to soft is a welfare…
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