'There are Cheltenham contingencies already in place' - BHA ready to act on coronavirus

BHA chief executive Nick Rust has confirmed an industry steering group is in place to consider the implications of the virus.

Wed, 26 Feb, 2020 - 11:48

Colin Wilson

The British Horseracing Authority is prepared to act — if the need arises — regarding any potential coronavirus impact on fixtures, including the Cheltenham Festival.

BHA chief executive Nick Rust has confirmed an industry steering group is in place to consider the implications of the virus.

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Courts Racing horse racing Place: Cheltenham Racecourse Place: Asia Place: Europe Place: Tokyo Place: Cheltenham Person: Nick Rust Person: Rust Person: Magners Event: Cheltenham Festival Event: Aintree Grand National Event: 2020 Olympics Organisation: BHA Organisation: British Horseracing Authority Organisation: Racecourse Association Organisation: Jockey Club Organisation: Cheltenham

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