The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) has set out a series of changes for its 2024 fixture list, including amending how events are run, to slow what it says has been a decline in betting on British races.
Published last month, the BHA 2024 fixture list includes 170 “Premier Racedays” with higher prize money and more star horses. The BHA has also committed to investment to improve Sunday racing and increase competitiveness across the fixture list.
The plans are the first phase of a new long-term industry strategy, with changes to run for a two-year trial. The Horserace Betting Levy Board (HBLB) will support the plans by providing an additional £3.8m (€4.4m/$4.7m) in funding.
Part of the reason for these changes, the BHA says, is to support the betting side of racing.
Switching Saturday fixtures and new Sunday betting session
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