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Singapore extend suspension of racing until June as Covid-19 restrictions upped

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Singapore extend suspension of racing until June as Covid-19 restrictions upped

The suspension of racing in Singapore has been extended to June 1. The previous restrictions were put in place until at least May 4. There is fresh doubt over whether the Singapore Derby, originally scheduled for April 18, will be run. The club will continue to evaluate and adapt its business operations in line with prevailing advisories from the multi-ministry taskforce and relevant agencies.

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