A TV PRESENTER has been praised after she tackled a loose horse galloping around Chepstow Racecourse.

At The Races presenter Hayley Moore managed to block the horse's path and cling on to its harness, despite being pushed to the ground.

The video has become an internet hit and has been viewed more than 500,000 times on Twitter.

People took to social media to praise the presenter, as did racing commentators who said she deserved an award for her daring actions.