Talking Horses: better body protectors for Britain's jockeys


The British Horseracing Authority will grant riders an extra 1lb at the scales so they can wear improved protective equipment

A tip of the hat this morning to racing’s rulers, who have made another significant effort to protect our jockeys. From 1 October in Britain, jockeys will be given an extra 1lb allowance at weighing out to allow them to wear an upgraded version of the body protectors currently in use, the new version being slightly heavier.

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