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Nov 2021
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The bullying inquiry that's shaken Briti...

THE TIMES
About this episode

It's a sport in which men and women compete equally. But is horse racing all that it seems? New accusations paint a picture of a culture that condones threatening behaviour - and frowns upon those who report it.

This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today and get one month free at: thetimes.co.uk/storiesofourtimes.

Guests:

- David Walsh, chief sports writer, The Sunday Times.

Host: David Aaronovitch.

Clips: BBC, Racing Post, Racing TV, Sports Tonight.


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