One has to marvel at the hunts that undertake to run a point-to-point. They are to be admired for the professional manner in which they are run, under the watchful eye of the Turf Club. I imagine it takes at least 20 volunteers to run a meeting, who give of their time and experience at no cost.

It has been suggested that Horse Racing Ireland should replace the Turf Club as the overseers of point-to-points. I am in the status quo camp. Why change what’s working exceptionally well?