Phil McManus

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October 29, 2020

Research shows whipping horses doesn’t make them run faster, straighter or safer — let’s cut it out

Kirrilly Thompson, University of South Australia; Bethany Wilson, University of Sydney; Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney, and Phil McManus, University of Sydney

As the Melbourne Cup approaches, new research shows whipping horses really doesn’t offer the benefits its proponents claim.

Protesters took to Melbourne’s Caulfield Cup over the weekend over the treatment of ex-racehorses. AAP Image/James Ross

October 22, 2019

Horse racing must change, or the court of public opinion will bury it

Phil McManus, University of Sydney

Racing industries put enormous effort into procuring the best young horses, but pay little attention to the fate of former (or simply unsuccessful) racers.

Horse racing is enjoyed by many people, employs thousands of people but there are some concerns over the welfare of the horses. Shutterstock/Vladimir Hodac

November 2, 2017

Why horse‑racing in Australia needs a social licence to operate

Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney and Phil McManus, University of Sydney

Horse racing is enjoyed by millions of people but there are others who have concerns over animal welfare. A social license to operate may help keep all sides happy.

Riders don’t always obey the rules on the use of the whip in Australian horse racing. AAP Image/Julian Smith

January 17, 2017

When the pressure is on, some riders breach the whip rules in horse racing

Phil McManus, University of Sydney and Paul McGreevy, University of Sydney

Despite strict rules on the use of the whip in Australian horse racing, some riders still breach them.

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Research shows whipping horses doesn’t make them run faster, straighter or safer — let’s cut it out

Horse racing must change, or the court of public opinion will bury it

Why horse‑racing in Australia needs a social licence to operate

When the pressure is on, some riders breach the whip rules in horse racing

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