Mixed messages for racing from field size statistics

Average field sizes on the Flat increased in the second quarterCredit: Edward Whitaker

There were mixed messages for British racing over field sizes in the second quarter of the year, according to figures compiled by the Racing Post.

Field sizes are an important barometer for British racing because of their influence on betting.

The sport is aiming to increase the number of races that reach the magic figure of eight runners, which allows each-way betting on the first three places and stimulates interest.

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Bill BarberIndustry editor

Published on 7 July 2019inFeatures

Last updated 16:15, 7 July 2019

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