Off The Beaten Track: ‘I like the young horses and working with the raw material’
A pre-trainer is the underage coach of horse racing, responsible for getting youngsters comfortable with a bridle, bit and saddle, making them comfortable rides, ironing out any kinks.
In much the same way as the senior manager should not have to teach a footballer how to solo, a racehorse trainer should be able to get on with the business of getting his or her charge fit for the track.
