The system is flawed if a 'reprehensible' ride can be a winning one

It has been said the ability to hold in mind two opposing truths at the same time is a mark of intelligence but there are surely flaws in a system that permits a "reprehensible" ride to also remain a winning one.

Interference has been a hotter topic than usual this summer after several controversial incidents, none more so than The Ridler's win in the Norfolk, during which he veered across the track under Paul Hanagan and interfered with the placed horses.

After months of waiting, followed by six hours of evidence, the saga came to an end on Wednesday after an appeal by Amo Racing – owner of runner-up Walbank and third Crispy Cat – was dismissed.