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Podcast: The Final Furlong Podcast
Episode: British Horse Racing Under Siege: ITV’s Attack on the Sport Sparks Outrage
Description: Sky Sports Racing's Josh Apiafi joins Emmet Kennedy to discuss ITV News's attack on horse racing following the tragic deaths of three horses at Cheltenham on Sunday. We question why their report was given such prominence on ITV News and why the BHA, Jockey Club, and ITV Racing were not offered an opportunity to counter arguments presented by the activist group Animal Rising. We examine how the Whip Rules represent virtue signaling that has backfired spectacularly and highlight racing's urgent need for a spokesperson capable of uniting the sport to combat false narratives and disingenuous talking points. Josh shares...