Navan’s racing festival is experiencing disruptions due to heavy rainfall, forcing a schedule change. The scheduled races for today will be postponed until Monday. Meanwhile, Sunday’s events are tentatively set to continue as planned, pending track safety inspections.
Impact of Weather on Navan Racing Festival
The ongoing rain has significantly affected the track conditions. As of yesterday, the surface remained intact, but overnight storms have worsened the situation. Parts of the back straight have become waterlogged, prompting concerns about safety.
Statements from Navan Racing Officials
Ciaran Flynn, the manager of Navan, commented on the situation in an interview with The Racing Post. He expressed hope for Sunday’s racing, stating, “The forecast is for it to clear in a couple of hours, so we are optimistic about racing on Sunday.” However, an inspection will take place on Sunday morning to assess if the track is safe for the Troytown card.
Summary of Schedule Changes
- Today’s racing card is postponed until Monday.
- Sunday’s card will go ahead, pending inspection.
- An inspection will be conducted on Sunday morning to ensure track safety.
The events at Navan highlight the challenges faced by racing venues during adverse weather conditions. As the festival continues, officials remain hopeful for an improvement in weather, allowing festivities to resume.