Ascot goes ahead on a race-by-race basis Following several inspections of the track at Ascot and adjustments to the running rails to avoid the worst of the ground the decision has been taken to begin racing as scheduled at 12.40pm. The stewards will monitor the situation on a race-by-race basis. Fixture Comment @Ascot: Following an enquiry, the Stewards are satisfied that racing can continue but the situation will be monitored on a race-by-race basis with several bypasses in place.— BHA Stewards (@BHAStewards) December 21, 2019