Gordon Elliott fears consequences of new whip rules could be ‘frightening’
Trainer worried there could be a shortage of jockeys at major meetings.
Gordon Elliott has added his voice to the list of trainers who have concerns over the introduction of the new whip rules, insisting the consequences ahead of jump racing’s two major festivals could be “frightening”. New regulations are set to come into force on February 13 which include reducing how many times the whip can be used and a toughening up of the penalty structure. The very worst whip offences could result in disqualification of horses and riding bans of 20 days – a tariff which will be doubled in class one and two races – with a soft launch having been in place since January 9. Paul Nicholls and Willie Mullins have both called for the British Horseracing Authority to push back the start date for the implementation, along with a number of senior riders on both sides of the Irish Sea, who have also aired their misgivings.Mighty Potter lives up to his name in the @Ladbrokes Novice Chase 💪
A popular winner for @_Davy_Russel_ 🎉#DublinRacingFestival pic.twitter.com/GALEnqWXWm— Leopardstown RC (@LeopardstownRC) February 5, 2023
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