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'So cruel' - Harriet Graham defends Callum Bewley following social media abuse

Takingrisks (left) edges out Aye Right (right) in a thrilling finish to the Sky Bet Handicap Chase at Doncaster
Takingrisks (left) edges out Aye Right (right) in a thrilling finish to the Sky Bet Handicap Chase at DoncasterCredit: Edward Whitaker

Harriet Graham has blasted social media users after jockey Callum Bewley came in for criticism following Aye Right’s narrow defeat in the Sky Bet Handicap Chase at Doncaster on Saturday.

Having led for much of the way on the strong travelling eight-year-old, Bewley lost his whip on the run between the third- and second-last fences before being edged out by a length and a quarter by the Nicky Richards-trained 12-year-old Takingrisks.

While gutted at the outcome, Graham launched a staunch defence of Bewley's ride and lambasted the "cruel" side to social media.

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Sam HendryDigital journalist

Published on 31 January 2021inNews

Last updated 19:46, 31 January 2021

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