I am surprised that serious form students have not expressed their views about the annoying and wealth-costing practice of riders slowing down or easing down their mounts in the last 50 metres of races. This practice has cost many a punter a collect in their exotic bets.
I would like to hear the opinion of our Chief Steward on this matter.
Could we please clarify whether riders are required to ride their mount out to the line, giving consideration to the welfare of the animal also the welfare of the punter.
My query is certainly not confrontatial but, rather, a request as to how he views this apparently regular occurrence.
I viewed Sandown, Echuca and Bathurst races today and witnessed this practice on many occasions.

Cheers.