Cork Racecourse to become Covid-19 test centre as racing braces for ‘greatest challenge’

Horse Racing Ireland chairman Nicky Hartery admits the sport possibly faces its “greatest challenge” after the decision was taken to suspend racing until the middle of April.
Cork Racecourse to become Covid-19 test centre as racing braces for ‘greatest challenge’
Wed, 25 Mar, 2020 - 18:32
Tommy Lyons

Horse Racing Ireland chairman Nicky Hartery admits the sport possibly faces its “greatest challenge” after the decision was taken to suspend racing until the middle of April.

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