April, 2022 | Horse Racing Free Tips

Nominees For The TBA NH Breeders’ Awards Announced

The shortlisted nominees for the TBA NH Breeders' Awards Evening, sponsored by Goffs UK, were announced on Thursday. The event will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn at Doncaster on Monday, May 16. Hosted by Nick Luck, breeders, owners, trainers and enthusiasts will gather for the event that celebrates 14 awards in the UK National Hunt sphere. Tickets are priced at £65 (inc. VAT) and include entry to the event, reception drinks and a three-course dinner. The awards and nominees for 10 of the awards are as follows:

Shade Oak Stud Trophy for Leading Chaser:

Iwilldoit – bred by the late Reg Brown

Midnight Shadow – bred by the late Captain Archie Smith-Maxwell

Sam Brown – bred by Tim Frost

Yorton Trophy for Leading Hurdler:

Guard Your Dreams – bred by Little Lodge Farm & Mr and Mrs T W R Chugg

Honeysuckle – bred by Dr Geoffrey Guy

Thyme Hill – bred by Overbury Stallions Ltd

Highflyer Bloodstock Trophy for Leading Mares Chaser:

Chilli Filli – bred by Goldford Stud

Pink Legend – bred by Francis Mahon

Snow Leopardess – bred by Marietta Fox-Pitt

Midnight Legend Trophy for Leading Mares Hurdler:

Honeysuckle – bred by Dr Geoffrey Guy

Martello Sky – bred the late Tim Wood

Molly Ollys Wishes – bred by Dean and Keith Pugh

Overbury Stud Trophy for Leading Novice Chaser:

Edwardstone – bred by Robert Abrey & Ian Thurtle

Master Mcshee – bred by Lindsey Suenson-Taylor

Miller's Bank – bred by Alex Hales

Peel Bloodstock Trophy for Leading Novice Hurdler:

Constitution Hill – bred by Sally Noott

I Like To Move It – bred by John & Alice Dawson

Nells Son – bred by Langdale Racing & Bloodstock

Mickley Stud Trophy for Leading Mares' Novice Hurdler:

Ahorsewithnoname – bred by Whitley Stud

Elle Est Belle – bred by Rita Vaughan

Rainyday Woman – bred by Pam Sly

Batsford Stud Trophy for Leading NH Flat Mare:

Lily Du Berlais – bred by John Lightfoot

Luccia – bred by Pump and Plant Services Ltd

Lutinebella – bred by Jenny Hall

Elusive Bloodstock Trophy for Leading NH Flat Horse:

Crambo – bred by Sullivan Bloodstock Ltd

Hullnback – bred by Joanna Daniell

Timeforatune – bred by Brian Eckley

Eric Gillie Trophy – Special Achievement Award

Dudgeon Cup – NH Broodmare of the Year:

It Doesn't Matter – dam of Miller's Bank

Nothingtoloose – dam of Edwardstone

Queen Of The Stage – dam of Constitution Hill

Horse & Hound Cup – Leading active British-based stallion by individual chase winners in GB & Ire in 2021-22

Whitbread Silver Salver, sponsored by Beswick Brothers Bloodstock – Leading active British-based stallion by prize money in GB & Ire in 2021-22

Queen Mother's Silver Salver – NH Special Achievement Award

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Engelbrecht-Bresges Named New President of the IHSC

Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges was unanimously elected President of the International Horse Sports Confederation (IHSC) at the online IHSC General Assembly on Apr. 22. The third president of the organisation that was founded in 2013, he succeeds FEI President Ingmar De Vos.

Engelbrecht-Bresges, who will serve a two-year term, said, “I am very grateful to be elected President of the IHSC and must pay tribute to Ingmar, whose leadership at the helm of the Confederation has been significantly important and impactful for global horse sport.

“I would also like to pay tribute to Louis Romanet, Chairman Emeritus of the IFHA, and a previous President and Vice-President of the IHSC. His vision for both the IFHA and the IHSC has laid the groundwork for these organizations to work in harmony for our shared missions.

“The relationship between the FEI and the IFHA has indeed been strengthened during the pandemic, and I look forward to leading the IHSC as President, and advancing our shared ideals and activities, specifically our partnership with the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE).”

Engelbrecht-Bresges previously served as the standing representative of the IFHA in the IHSC General Assembly and is also the Chief Executive Officer of the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC), a position he has held since 2007. He also serves as the Chair of the IFHA, and is the Chairman of the Asian Racing Federation (ARF).

“I am very pleased to pass the Presidential baton to Winfried and I know that the IHSC will benefit greatly from his capable leadership,” Ingmar De Vos, who will support Engelbrecht-Bresges as the IHSC Vice-President, said. “With his vast experience in horse racing and his commitment to the welfare and wellbeing of equine and human athletes, Winfried also has a thorough understanding of the needs and expectations of the industry in the years to come.”

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ROAP Schedules Accreditation School and Certificate Course

The Racing Officials Accreditation Program (ROAP), which accredits and provides continuing education to all racing officials, stewards, and judges in racing, will hold its annual accreditation school for stewards and judges at California's Los Alamitos Race Course from Sept. 11-18. The course, which includes 60 hours of schooling, provides classroom instruction as well as time shadowing officials. Curriculum covers both Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing, as well as harness racing. The accreditation school is open to all applicants who meet and complete the registration requirements by Aug. 12.

In addition, in association with Chippewa Downs, ROAP will also hold a certificate course at the Sky Dancer Resort and Casino in North Dakota May 13-14. This course, which is open to the public and has no charge, consists of general racing industry education geared toward those interesting in becoming racing officials. There will be job-specific modules for the racing official positions of clerk of scales, horse identifier, paddock judge, placing judge, outrider, and starter/assistant starter.

For registration for both the accreditation school and the certificate course or for more information, contact Wendy Culberson at contactus@horseracingofficials.com or 859-224-2702. ROAP's website is horseracingofficials.com.

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Churchill’s Paddock to be Expanded by 2024 Derby

Churchill Downs Inc. (CDI) will launch a $185- to $200-million redesign of the paddock that will be in place for the 150th GI Kentucky Derby in 2024. The “Paddock Project,” a massive expansion and redevelopment, is the final phase of CDI's three-year capital investment plan.

The transformation will increase the current 5,000 square feet of guest space to 12,000 square feet, update the capacity inside the paddock from 1,000 to 2,400 people, and add various club spaces and seating, including 3,612 new premium reserved seats and 3,250 new standing room-only tickets. In addition, the current paddock configuration blocks views of the twin spires from the entrance gate, while the new design will give better visibility.

“This is one of the most significant construction projects in the history of Churchill Downs Racetrack because it significantly impacts what we consider to be the heart of the property,” said Bill Carstanjen, CEO of CDI. “We took great care to ensure this is designed in a way that would transform Churchill Downs while enhancing our ability to deliver on what our fans hope for and expect from us for generations to come.”

Construction will begin after Churchill's spring meet and will accommodate future live racing dates. The massive transformation of the paddock follows the $44.5-million Homestretch Club project that is set to debut this year during Derby Week and the $89.2-million Turn 1 Experience that will open next year.

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