In 2024, there were 557 breaches of whip regulations in horse racing, with the current limits allowing the whip to be used six times in a flat race and seven times in a jump race. These limits are considered arbitrary and have raised concerns about animal welfare.

In the same year, 214 horses were killed on British racecourses due to injuries such as broken legs, necks, and heart attacks. This has sparked horror and outrage among animal rights activists and the public, despite efforts to improve safety measures through new marketing campaigns.

The high number of whip regulation breaches and horse deaths in 2024 highlight ongoing issues with animal welfare in horse racing. Calls for stricter regulations and increased safety measures have been made in response to these alarming statistics.