Fakenham result stands after start chaos

Chaos reigned in the last race at Fakenham today after a series of events that led the stewards to inquire into whether the result should be declared void because of a false start.

The 5-1 shot Esh Bran Girl, who had caused problems in the parade ring, planted herself as the tapes went up for the Doncaster Bloodstock Sales/EBF Mares’ Only Intermediate Open NH Flat Race.