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JOCKEYS AND STAFF HONOUR THE MEMORY OF STALLS HANDLER
There wouldn’t even be racing without them.
“It sounded like a freak accident, and my thoughts go out to Stephen’s family.
“I knew him enough to say ‘hello’ to and to have general chit chat with. It’s just very, very sad.”
Having decided to proceed with last night’s fixture as scheduled, officials at Haydock dedicated the meeting to Yarborough, described as a hugely “experienced and popular” member of the Racetech stalls team.
“We discussed whether to stage the meeting with Steve’s Racetech colleagues and other parties,” said the Newtonle-willows track’s general manager Jason Fildes. “But there was a clear feeling the evening should go ahead and be dedicated to Steve’s memory.” Merseyside Police are continuing their probe into the incident, which happened shortly before the fourth race of Friday’s card, and called for witnesses to make contact. “Officers are urging anyone who witnessed this incident to contact the Merseyside Police on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111,” a Police statement said.
A Crowdfunding page has been set up via www.justgiving.com to raise funds in support of Yarborough’s family.
BENGALI BOYS turned Newbury’s Weatherbys Super Sprint into a procession when recording a six-length verdict at 12-1 from Declarationoflove, and Maggies Angel.
Winning jockey Barry Mchugh said: “That’s my biggest win so far. He was brilliant.”
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