Doncaster Racecourse to end pilot scheme allowing spectators at track after today
Racegoers look on as Latest Generation ridden by jockey William Buick wins the British Stallion Studs EBF Maiden Stakes as a pilot scheme for the return of crowds to sporting events is expected to bring in 2500 spectators during day one of the William Hill St Leger Festival at Doncaster Racecourse. Picture: David Davies/PA Wire
Sport pilot events in England scheduled for the rest of September look set to be halted as coronavirus restrictions are set to be tightened.
Officials from Doncaster Racecourse announced that following Wednesday’s trial with crowds at the St Leger Festival, the remainder of the meeting will take place behind closed doors.
