Charlie Parker: British racing needs 'significant modernisation' to survive

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British racing requires "significant modernisation" if it is to survive, according to new Racehorse Owners Association president Charlie Parker.

He was addressing ROA members following the organisation's delayed AGM, held remotely due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Parker, who has taken over from Nicholas Cooper, said the ROA had "seen a transformational moment" and had "developed into an organisation that properly understands and represents owners".

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Bill BarberIndustry editor

Published on 4 September 2020inNews

Last updated 15:18, 4 September 2020

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