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Wednesday, 28 October 2020

The chief executive of the British Horseracing Authority fears there's a "strong risk" of racecourses being closed down if crowds are unable to return in 2021

Plans for spectators to attend sports venues at the start on this month were placed on hold by the Government, because of rising coronavirus infections.

This year, the Epsom Derby took place without spectators, and over just one day.

In 2019, 36,000 people bought tickets to Derby Day alone.

Nick Rust admits the future of the sport is in the balance.