Talking Horses: no jacket required in the crazy world of racing's dress code


The UK’s heatwave has received official sanction after York announced a relaxation in its famously strict requirements for gentlemen in the County Stand

A vintage summer is unfolding, one that may go down as one of the most memorable ever and this weekend could be the high point. England are still in the World Cup; the wretched government is in serious trouble and the hot weather, which is going to cool down a tad in midweek, is going to be firmly back by then.

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NO JACKET REQUIRED for gents this weekend due to continued sunny forecast ☀️https://t.co/xbnIn0nXxM pic.twitter.com/9EwRO75JiI

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