Racehorse Owners Association chief executive Richard Wayman believes the British Horseracing Authority has taken the sensible approach by allowing an at-risk race to go ahead as scheduled at Southwell on Thursday.

Rachel Hood, the new president of the Racehorse Owners' Association, has called for a drastic overhaul of the fixture list and the creation of three tiers for the sport.

Hollows Mist responded to all Richard McGrath’s calls to gamely hold Irish raider Drumnavaddy Lough by a neck in the Knauf Insulation “It’s Time To Save Energy” Handicap Chase at Newcastle.

Paul Dixon will succeed Stephen Crown as vice-president of the Racehorse Owners’ Association (ROA) on June 29.

Chris Deuters, president of the Racehorse Owners Association, today warned of an “appalling” scenario for racing should the industry not buy the Tote.