An annual Channel Island horse Race Day has been held despite strong winds. The event attracted 27 runners for the day's five races at L'Ancresse Common in Guernsey.
A race marquee had to be resurrected after it blew down. Jersey favourite Hakam did not take part after a ferry crossing was cancelled in rough seas.
The Guernsey Race Club responded to concerns about the safety of the track saying it had spent �3,000 on improvements to the running surface.
The club was hosting the event for the third successive year.
Traffic controls were in place around L'Ancresse.
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