Sir, - Recently a friend of mine went to Paris to see the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe horse race. He was charged 50 francs (£5) entry with a complimentary race card. He watched six Group One races.
Why does the Irish Racing Authority charge £35 on Derby Day? And your race card will cost £2 extra! - Yours, etc.,
Frank Folan, Culmore Road, Palmerstown, Dublin 20.