Spectators could be back on track at Ludlow, Lingfield, Haydock and Kempton on Wednesday – because all four tracks are in tier two areas under the Government’s post-lockdown restrictions.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Monday that outdoor venues in tier one and two areas would be allowed to admit spectators on a limited basis after the end of the national lockdown on December 2nd, with up to 4,000 spectators or 50% capacity limits – whichever is lowest – in place in tier one, dropping to 2,000, or 50% capacity, in tier two.

With Shropshire, Surrey, Merseyside and London all falling under tier two restrictions, as published by the Government on Thursday, all four tracks could welcome racegoers next week – although courses in tier three areas, such as Newcastle, Wolverhampton and Leicester, will not be allowed spectators.