Publish Time Test: F&o

“We remain of the view that there are too many fixtures and too much evening racing. With a diminishing foal crop there are some difficult conversations to be had and decisions to take when it comes to the 2027 fixture list.”

Increases in prize-money for developmental races and top-end Flat contests next year will be partially funded by higher executive contributions from racecourses, with Racecourse Association chief executive David Armstrong stating his members “remain resolute in our commitment to delivering the highest feasible levels of prize-money”.

Armstrong added that the 68 per cent reduction in Premier racedays for 2026 was a sensible move. He said: “I believe this is a logical step which should aid the marketing and promotion to customers of our major events.”