Ruby Walsh and Richard Hoiles slam delayed Greatwood

The Greatwood Hurdle at Cheltenham was delayed due to the removal of hurdles. Ruby Walsh and Harry Fry question the decision to remove the hurdles and the delay in making a decision. I Like To Move It won the race. Tom Bellamy finished fifth on Nina The Terrier. He agrees with Harry that the decisions should be taken by the jockeys. The trainer also questions the lack of action taken earlier. It is important for horse welfare. it should not be left to officials. to make the final decision, he adds.   The trainer's opinion is that it is better for the horse to be able to choose the path of the obstacles.

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