'I don't know who made the silly idea, someone who doesn't ride horses probably'

Richard Hughes is relieved at the alterations made to the BHA's impending new whip rules.

Trainer David Griffiths hails the legacy of Duke Of Firenze. Shark Hanlon is bullish that stable star Hewick is up to Cheltenham Gold Cup class. Brian Meehan pays tribute to West Ham United joint-chairman David Gold, who died at the age of 86. Royal Ascot-winning owner Steve Bradley voices his opinion on the negative impact some areas of racing could have on owners. Richard Hughes offers his strong opinion about the BHA's climbdown on new whip rules. He doesn't get paid for his horses. David Jones, the regulatory independent non-executive director for the bahamahau, is the chair of the Whip Consultation Steering Group.

Mattie Batchelor's last ride in August was a winner thanks to Mark Quinlan and N P Mulholland.

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