Racing: Ascot given the go-ahead

After four inspections racing at Ascot was finally given the go ahead just 30 minutes before the start of the first race.

Racing: Ascot given the go-ahead
Sat, 22 Dec, 2001 - 12:41

After four inspections racing at Ascot was finally given the go ahead just 30 minutes before the start of the first race.

A poor forecast forced officials at the track to hold an inspection at 7.00am but with the temperature still below freezing they were forced to look again at 9.00am.

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