William Buick outburst a silly move

When it comes to racing, stewards are a much-maligned species, frequently damned if they do and damned if they don’t.

Everyone talks about them, jockeys, trainers, owners, the public and, of course, they often provide the press, at least those willing to have a go, with some great ammunition.

Most of the talking, the criticism, is done reasonably discreetly, especially where jockeys are concerned. They are well aware that when called before this body, diplomacy is an important tool.