BACK in April the Galway Race Committee made the decision to stage this year’s seven-day festival behind closed doors, should racing return. Since June 8th all racing in Ireland has taken place under the strict protocols set down by Horse Racing Ireland and the Irish Horseracing Regulatory Board.

These measures are to there for a very good reason, to safeguard everyone’s health and wellbeing during the current health situation and to ensure racing can continue in a safe and appropriate manner. All those who have to be on site are subject to strict health screening both in advance and on the day of racing. This regime will continue at Galway 2020.