Horse racing to continue in Ireland under more stringent controls

Jockeys’ weights will increase by 2lb from Friday, with all racecourse saunas closed.

Horse racing to continue in Ireland under more stringent controls
Wed, 18 Mar, 2020 - 16:42
Press Association

Racing behind closed doors is set to continue in Ireland following a meeting of officials on Wednesday.

Racing in Ireland has taken place without spectators since Friday due to the coronavirus pandemic, with two fixtures staged on Tuesday for St Patrick’s Day.

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