“We had close to 600 spectators, and that doesn’t include the riders,” said PCSA chairman Guy Wheatley... The almost quarter-mile oval was in perfect condition for Saturday’s races with groomed, packed snow and abundant sunshine ... ....
The chief executive of the PCSAHelen Hall said they are "particularly concerned by the statements of many gardaí, who feel they do not have the relevant training to properly handle such cases" ... PCSA recognises progress in several areas.