ON Monday I attended one of the most uplifting events in the social calendar of this great sport and industry of ours. The Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards celebrate the people who are generally referred to as the unsung heroes and heroines of the equine world.

Well, they are no longer unsung and the introduction of these awards in their present format a few years ago gave a much needed and appreciated fillip to the men and women who work behind the scenes in racing and breeding, ensuring that the wheels of industry keep turning. Their dedication is truly something to savour and no legislative process will ever dampen that enthusiasm.