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Investec Derby and Oaks will be held behind closed doors at Epsom after local council past Jockey Club measures

, Investec Derby and Oaks will be held behind closed doors at Epsom after local council past Jockey Club measures

THE Jockey Club’s plans to run the Investec Derby behind closed doors at Epsom have been passed with flying colours.

The local council supported the proposal unanimously but the fixture does remain subject to BHA and Government approval.

It is hoped the Derby and Oaks can be staged on a one-day seven race card on July 4 with an exclusion zone in place around the public land for 24 hours.

Jockey Club Chief Delia Bushell, said: “We are working hard on a practical and deliverable plan to stage the 2020 Investec Derby and Investec Oaks at their traditional home, without a crowd and once racing is approved to resume by government.

“I’d like to express my sincere thanks to the Epsom and Walton Downs Conservators for their backing today.

“These two Classics play a vital role in the Thoroughbred racing and breeding industries, so it’s of great importance for them to be able to go ahead during this difficult period.

“Our teams now look forward to working with the British Horseracing Authority and local authorities to bring our plan to life.”

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