A decision on the future of steeplechase racing in Australia’s Victoria state was deferred May 13 until next week after the Racing Victoria Limited board took submissions from pro- and anti-jumps campaigns.

RVL said the board would make an announcement next Monday, May 18.

“The Racing Victoria Limited board has not yet reached a decision on the future of jumps racing in Victoria and therefore is not in a position to make an announcement today …. it needs more time to consider,” RVL said in a statement.

A supporters’ rally outside the RVL offices at Flemington attracted hundreds of jumps enthusiasts and two dozen anti-jumps campaigners, who were not allowed access to the race course

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