Equine flu cases prompt special measures at royal ascot

18 de maio de 2026

Reportado por IA

Rising cases of equine influenza have led British racing authorities to impose new restrictions at racecourses and special biosecurity steps for the royal procession at Ascot. The measures take effect from Wednesday and affect several events including hunter chases.

The British Horseracing Authority announced that only horses from licensed training yards will be permitted to enter racecourses on racedays starting 20 May. This step aims to reduce contact between thoroughbred racehorses and horses from unlicensed premises where health details are less certain.

All 29 horses pass first trot-up at Kentucky Three-Day Event

23 de abril de 2026 Reportado por IA Imagem gerada por IA

Twenty-nine horses passed the first trot-up at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event on April 22, marking the start of the five-star competition in Kentucky. No horses were referred to the holding box despite minor spooks from two entries. The cross-country course, designed by Derek di Grazia, features 28 fences over 6312 meters with an optimum time of 11 minutes 5 seconds.

Horse shows step up vaccination checks amid flu outbreaks

Horse shows across the UK are increasing passport and vaccination checks in response to rising equine flu cases. Organizers say non-compliant horses will be turned away.

Equine flu outbreaks prompt calls for better reporting

30 de junho de 2026 Reportado por IA

Horse owners and vets are being urged to report all cases of equine flu as experts say the true number of outbreaks is significantly higher than current figures show.

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