It really is all about looking good for 'supposedly' having a rule. I have asked Vic Chief Steward Brett Day about it several times and used to get replies - not anymore. I have contacted Andrew Kelly, who also used to reply, 3 times in the last 3 months I have sent him more or less the same email which is supporting his 'flicking' rule but cannot even get a reply from him anymore either
I know they don't have to take any notice of us rank and file fans but it really makes me think that any input about how to save the harness industry is totally falling on deaf ears - I think we are doomed.
Brett Day will also not reply to my question as to whether Douglas and Tormey have got off - If it is indeed true, I will be seriously reconsidering my interest