Well I'll still be there to "meet and greet" you George!
Can't wait...

But hey, d' you suspect it's all a ploy to stop honorary Yorkies like us from swelling the winning team?!!!
Fear not, fair Rose Of Athenry, for you SHALL go to the ball - your Meet will finish in time to catch the climax of the battle-royal, for it's only a short step away and your carriage awaits!