Doctors question why horse and greyhound racing goes on amid coronavirus outbreak

By Tyne Logan

The WA branch of the Australian Medical Association has criticised the racing industry for continuing to conduct horse and greyhound races amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Despite most sports postponing or ending their seasons, Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) said racing would proceed, albeit with stringent measures to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Earlier in March, racing officials around the country moved to continue meetings behind closed doors, with only essential participants allowed to attend such as stewards, trainers, jockeys and staff needed for on-course operations.

Key points:

    •    Racing goes on behind closed doors with only essential participants such as stewards, trainers and jockeys
    •    WA racing officials believe it is in the interest of the animals' welfare to let meetings continue
    •    The AMA wants the sport to shut down, like others, until the coronavirus crisis is under control

Read the full story as it appears on the ABC News website.

Source: ABC News
 

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