Matt Chapman: Jockeys might consider strike action in row over new whip rules

Jockeys are speaking out against new whip rules. They might consider strike action if they are not listened to. Matt Chapman thinks the current whip rule makes no sense. The new rules are due to arrive in January.

Matt Chapman is worried that jockeys might consider strike action over new whip rules.

Matt Chapman is worried about the new whip rules. BHA asked the general public to make contact and put forward their thoughts.

Matt Chapman is critical of the way the BHA deals with the issue of new whip rules. He thinks the mission statement of BHAs is not to protect horses but to show the world that it cares about horses. Flat jockeys ride all around the globe. British racing should see it as a positive that every racing nation would love a Ryan Moore, Frankie Dettori or William Buick to ply their trade on foreign soil.

Whip Consulation Steering Group wants to change the rules of British racing. British jockeys will be forced to ride in a way foreign racing fans find unacceptable. World Pool punters will not accept punting on British races where jockey's only job is to give their horse the maximum chance of winning.

Matt Chapman reports that jockeys might consider strike action in row over new whip rules. The Steering Group made 20 recommendations and all of them were given the go-ahead in a very quick period of time.

Matt Chapman is upset about the new whip rules. He thinks it's nonsense and that sports people can play different backhand positions.

Matt Chapman is annoyed by people upset about jockeys using a whip. He believes jockey's should stand up for their sport and show anyone who wants to know why it is amazing.

Jockeys must accept stronger punishments for breaking the rules. They must agree to abide by the new rules without fail. Richard Kingscote should unite and fight for the future of British racing.  Matt Chapman: Jockeys might consider strike action in row over new whip rules, as he suggests.

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