Protesters arrested attempting to stop Epsom Derby

A protester is escorted off the track by police and stewards (Tim Goode/PA)

Plans to disrupt the Epsom Derby in England were foiled as Animal Rising activists were arrested attempting to run on to the racecourse on Saturday.

As audiences waited excitedly for the Betfred Derby, the first major race of the day, a man jumped the fence and rushed on to the course.