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Grand National protesters pledge more disruption - with Epsom Derby feared next

Campaigners from Animal Rising may target Epsom Derby next after storming the racecourse Aintree on Saturday ahead of this year's Grand National

Daily Mirror

British Horseracing Authority ‘robustly condemns’ Grand National protests

The British Horseracing Authority has “robustly condemned” protests by an animal rights group at the Grand National.

Evening Standard

This Grand National was an unsettling spectacle for many inside racing’s bubble

Protests, a chaotic race and the RSPCA’s response will cut through to the viewing public more than safety statistics

The Guardian - UK

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Grand National statement issued by BHA after protests and fatal injuries

The 2023 Grand National was delayed by protestors with over 100 arrests made before Hill Sixteen suffered a fatal fall in the race and now the British Horseracing Authority have issued a statement

Daily Mirror

Horse racing boss confirms 'painstaking analysis' into horse deaths at Grand National

Julie Harrington has condemned the actions of the protestors who delayed the Grand National

Manchester Evening News

Over 40 activists de-arrested after Grand National protest, campaign group says

Animal Rising says 68 people still in custody, as RSPCA calls for review of three horse deaths at Aintree festival

The Guardian - UK

AP McCoy and Ruby Walsh question BHA over Rachael Blackmore inquiry

Blackmore partnered Inthepocket to victory in the Grade 1 Poundland Top Novices’ Hurdle on Ladies Day in Liverpool on Friday

Irish Mirror

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Aintree ‘shames British racing’ with horse death says animal rights organisation

Envoye Special was put down after running loose and falling during the Foxhunters’ Chase

The Independent UK

Newcastle's WealthTek and Vertem Asset Management shut down by financial watchdog

Special administrators are now handling the group's affairs

Birmingham Post

Favourite banned from Grand National meeting after owner’s ‘serious regulatory issues’

Bravemansgame was due to run in the Aintree Bowl Chase on Thursday but was forced to withdraw at the last minute

The Independent UK

Bravemansgame blocked from running on Aintree’s opening day by court order

Bravemansgame, the likely favourite for Wednesday’s Grade One Aintree Bowl Chase, was sensationally taken out of the feature race on the opening day of this year’s Grand National meeting by a court order

The Guardian - UK

Bravemansgame not permitted to run at Aintree after Financial Conduct Authority intervention

Bravemansgame had been due to run in Thursday’s Alder Hey Aintree Bowl Chase.

Irish Mirror

Irish trainer "shocked" as heavily gambled horse not allowed to run

Aces Full, who was backed from 14/1 into 9/4, was due to run in a novice handicap chase at Exeter

Irish Mirror

Jockeys to wear black armbands in tribute to Jessica Whalley after tragic week for racing

British racing will remember four members of the community who died this week including Jessica Whalley who was "a shining example" of the sport

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Daily Record

Hamilton Park announce record prize money with £1.64m on offer in richest ever season

The Lanarkshire course is gearing up for a huge season with record cash on offer and the first meeting takes place on May 7.

Daily Mirror

Amateur jockey George Gorman banned for six months after admitting cocaine addiction

George Gorman tested positive for cocaine during a meeting at Chelmsford last year but told a BHA disciplinary hearing that he was taking steps to overcome his addiction

The Independent UK

Why are injured race horses put down?

Injured horses are often put down after falling in National Hunt races

The Independent UK

Cheltenham Festival: What are controversial new whip rules?

New rules were introduced ahead of Cheltenham and the Grand National, two of the biggest events in the racing calendar

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Evening Standard

AP McCoy exclusive: ‘Whip rules are embarrassing the sport... why should jockeys turn up at Cheltenham?’

Interview: Legendary jockey fears the new rules will prove to be the story this week

The Guardian - UK

Talking Horses: Irish being whipped into line could hurt Cheltenham

Irish riders could be forgiven for thinking that the Brits are on their case when the Festival starts on Tuesday

The Guardian - UK

Talking Horses: Russell back on track for Festival with Kennedy sidelined

Davy Russell has high hopes of adding to his 25 Cheltenham Festival winners after Kennedy misses flagship meeting

Daily Mirror

Champion trainer Paul Nicholls demands BHA show "bit of backbone" and stand up for racing

The 13-time champion jumps trainer said he has been "livid" over the British Horseracing Authority's decision to implement changes to the whip rules before the Cheltenham Festival

The Guardian - UK

Jockeys stunned as first week of new whip rules sees 20 suspensions given

Charlotte Jones was one of 19 riders found to have broken the BHA’s latest whip rules in the first seven days of the new regime

Irish Mirror

Ted Walsh "absolutely shocked" with Any Second Now's Grand National weight

The 11-year-old was allocated 11st 12lb by BHA Chase Handicapper Martin Greenwood, with the weights being unveiled at a lunch in Liverpool on Tuesday afternoon

The Guardian - UK

Gordon Elliott fined £1,000 after ‘mystery’ positive test at Cheltenham

Gordon Elliott has been fined £1,000 by the British Horseracing Board’s independent disciplinary panel and his hurdler Zanahiyr disqualified from last year’s Champion Hurdle

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