Race-fixing scandal rocks horseracing as BHA launches investigation
The unnamed rider is at the centre of claims horses had been stopped from running on their merits (which, under the rules, means jockeys pushing horses for timely, real and substantial effort).
The probe has been launched by the British Horseracing Authority.
According to The Sun, the jump jockey has been asked to hand over electrical devices, including laptops, tablets and a mobile phone. At least one other rider and a licensed trainer are also said to have been involved in inquiries.
A BHA spokesperson said: 'The BHA will not comment on speculation surrounding any investigations or potential investigations.'
The alleged race-fixing scandal is the first to hit racing since Danny Brock was banned for 15 years by a BHA-commissioned independent disciplinary panel.
In January 2023, Brock was found guilty of stopping horses at three all-weather flat races between December 2018 and March 2019 from which a group of gamblers profited.
Among the other parties disciplined in the case was Sean McBride – assistant trainer to his father Philip 'Charlie' McBride in Newmarket – who was banned for seven years, later reduced to five on appeal.
'This welcome outcome sends a powerful message that conduct of this nature will never be tolerated,' the BHA said at the time.
'The conduct of the individuals found in breach in this case risked undermining confidence in our sport and flagrantly disregarded the hard work and dedication of people up and down the country who carry out their duties in good faith.
'It is vital that supporters and bettors have faith in the fairness and integrity of our sport. At the same time, participants must have absolute confidence that they are competing on a level playing field. We are grateful to the panel for their diligence in hearing and passing judgment on this important case.'
Brock stopped riding as a jockey in 2021 and became a greyhound trainer.
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