PJA pledges to protect interests of all members
Report suggests Bryony Frost unhappy following incident at Southwell in September.
The Professional Jockeys Association has promised to “protect and support the health and well-being of all its members” amid reports of some unrest in the weighing room. King George VI Chase winner Bryony Frost alluded to difficulties she was facing following her greatest success in the saddle – and while she has not commented on the specifics, it is believed to stem from an incident at Southwell in September, according to a report in The Times. A complaint has since been lodged by Frost with the British Horseracing Authority. Speaking to the media the day after her victory aboard Frodon at Kempton Park on Boxing Day, Frost said: “The more success you have, the more people will frown at you as well as smile with you, so you have to accept it all. “I’m very lucky I’ve got a supportive team and family around me, and I’m starting to build that bubble in tight. “I will never change myself because of what some opinions are, as that is not what you are supposed to do. “As you grow up, you have to remain yourself, and that’s the important thing.” Paul Struthers, PJA chief executive, said in a statement: “The overwhelming priority of the PJA is to protect and support the health and well-being of all its members, whether on a one-to-one basis, through collective representation or working with other stakeholders in the sport. “Whilst it would not be appropriate to comment on specific individuals or issues at this time, supporting our members from a pastoral perspective and ensuring appropriate behaviours are responsibilities we take very seriously.” When contacted, a spokesperson for the British Horseracing Authority said: “The BHA does not comment on ongoing investigations or speculation concerning potential investigations.”Follow us on Twitter racing365dotcom and like our Facebook page.
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