I'll just point out that the decisions regarding omitting fences/hurdles are not taken by the Stewards. The Stewards are in a little room watching the race on television screens, their job is to ensure the fair running of the race.
The fences/hurdles are handled by course officials/fence judges and they are the ones who take the decision.
Pedantic, I know!
PN,surely they are "radioed" up and would have been drilled for such eventualities.
I'm afraid their employers are vicariously liable for their acts and omissions..

Good to see RJ sustained only minor injuries.
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