I own and love my mare National Gallery, and admit to being a passionate harness racing breeder and owner. I wear my heart on my sleeve where my " girls " are concerned. On Monday January 23 2012 National Gallery competed in Race 7 Drawn 7 at Geelong Vic. She was $1.40 favourite.
I am upset at the treatment handed out to her by a couple of opposing drivers. She was blocked when making her run and then had another horse gallop in front of her, narrowly avoiding a collision.
In my opinion the Stewards report does not address the tactical blocking by other runners to the $1.40 favourite nor my serious concerns as to the welfare of these valuable mares if this type of tactic is allowed to continue.
The reputation of the industry suffers when this type of activity continues unchecked.
I would be interested in comments from other passionate participants.
The replay of the race can be viewed on harness.org .au under "results " for Jan 23 @ Geelong.
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