(1)The biggest struggle I had this week was explaining to multiple non racing types incl members of my family that we can’t be compared to likes of Wimbledon, Olympics etc who have cancelled in wake of corona. BBC brought @AndrewBalding2 on this week to discuss Royal Ascot...

(2) It was disappointing no questions were asked which would have unearthed the nuances of the industry. Instead the obvious about Cheltenham was asked. I’d implor journalists looking to pick apart racing to educate themselves on the complexities of the sport going forward.

(3) An article worth considering is from The FT last week: https://www.ft.com/content/fd7e58ec-7438-11ea-95fe-fcd274e920ca

Moral of the story. Industries such as racing simply can’t afford not to carry on. We have to keep going, and we will. Fascinating to learn about the other sports in the same boat.

(4) Shocked to read @USARugby has declared bankruptcy as well as MSK Zilina, seven-time football champions of Slovakia.

Like the economy we need, when we can & when we are safe to do so, we need to keep sport going, so please, all let’s support not push down. #horseracing #sport