They were sentiments echoed by the body that runs British horseracing in a scathing statement. "People who work in our industry believe their values — of caring for and respecting our horses — have been deeply undermined by this behaviour," the British Horseracing Authority said. Photo / InstagramThe BHA said it was appalled" by the image, adding: "On behalf of all horse-lovers, we say loudly that British horseracing finds this totally unacceptable." The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board is investigating the incident and the BHA said it is "considering its own regulatory options." The Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board has said its investigation will be dealt with "as quickly as possible."

Source: Otago Daily Times March 01, 2021 19:48 UTC