Jockeys who break new whip rules in horse racing face disqualification, it has been announced.
The recommendation comes at the conclusion of a lengthy study by the British Horseracing Authority. A rider who uses their whip 12 or more times over jumps, or 11 in a Flat race, could be thrown out by raceday stewards.
The punishment would also potentially be accompanied by a 28-day ban. However it will also be considered whether the jockey was using their whip for safety before the final call is made.
