Ireland's smaller trainers trying to remain positive over resumption uncertainty

The body representing hundreds of smaller trainers in Ireland is optimistic that clarity on racing's resumption will be provided over the coming days, believing the sport must "sit tight" while Horse Racing Ireland lobbies for an earlier return behind the scenes.

The Restricted Trainers Association, which represents trainers in Ireland with four or fewer horses in their care, has expressed frustration on social media regarding the lack of communication from Irish racing's authorities since Taoiseach Leo Varadkar's unveiling of the country's lockdown-lifting roadmap last Friday.

Until Thursday evening there had been no public communication of note from the sport's governing body since the prospect of racing returning on June 29 has been suggested during the third phase of the government's plan.