By the turn of the 20th century, it was said that "time has only strengthened and confirmed the national passion for the sport." Concerns over its moral effects were prevalent though. An interest in horse racing and the attendant gambling was described as the "offspring of a passion we should wish to disown", with a warning that "the modern turf is fast becoming the very manor of the worst".
By the turn of the 20th century, it was said that "time has only strengthened and confirmed the national passion for the sport" Concerns over its moral effects were prevalent though. An interest in horse racing and the attendant gambling was described as the "offspring of a passion we should wish to disown", with a warning that "the .modern turf is fast becoming the very manor of the worst".