Duern told the Racing Post, “I’m proud to be sponsored by Racing With Pride and to highlight the brilliant work they are doing to increase LGBT+ inclusion in British racing, I have experienced issues in the sport, but I believe things are changing and I’m proud to play my part in this.”
“Visibility is so important. I had to look to another sport to see a role model as an out gay man, so if I can use my platform to show one other LGBT+ person in racing they’re not alone, I’ll be very happy.
“I hope by sharing my story and the important work the industry is doing in this area, I can show racing will accept you for who you are.
“Everyone can play their part sharing this message and showing their visible support, as seen when many of my colleagues wore a rainbow armband last year for the Racing is Everyone’s Sport campaign.