Animal Rights Activists Crash Epsom Derby, 19 Arrested
- The Epsom Derby went ahead as planned despite attempts by Animal Rising protesters to disrupt the event.
- Police made 19 arrests in connection with planned disruption before the festival began.
- The Jockey Club obtained a court injunction banning the protesters from the event.
- The protesters sought to demonstrate against the treatment of horses at the Derby.
- There were no major disruptions to the race itself which was won by Auguste Rodin.