Is declining attendance indicative of waning popularity for British horse racing, or are racecourses responsible?

The recent decline in attendance at British racecourses has sparked speculation about the popularity of British jumping. Some are quick to attribute the drop in attendance to a lack of interest in the sport, while others argue that racecourses themselves may be to blame for the trend.

Tuesday saw a particularly noteworthy event, as both Patel and Wallace aimed to generate interest in the Westminster Hall affordability checks debate on February 26 among their fellow parliamentarians. As racing fans, Patel and Wallace are likely well-informed about developments in the world of horse racing. They may have recognized that Japan is setting the standard in various aspects of the sport, boasting the best horse and race in 2023 and an envy-inducing structure that outshines many other major racing jurisdictions.