European and Mediterranean Horseracing Federation

Thoroughbreds To Be Recognised In Olympics

Thoroughbreds will now be recognised in the starting lists and results beginning with the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, in an agreement announced on Tuesday.

Previously, retired Thoroughbred racehorses were listed as 'breeding unknown'. The agreement–which applies to dressage, show jumping, and eventing–follows discussions between the European and Mediterranean Horseracing Federation (EMHF), the World Breeding Federation for Sports Horses (WBFSH), the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) and the International Stud Book Committee (ISBC) and will extend also to all FEI competitions. Historically, under a Memorandum of Understanding between the FEI and the WBFSH, only member stud books of the WBFSH have been credited, as that organisation's members specifically breed horses for the Olympic disciplines.

Dr. Paull Khan, Secretary-General of the EMHF and a member of the Steering Group of the International Forum for the Aftercare of Racehorses (IFAR), said, “Much effort is made around the world to encourage the owners of retired racehorses to explore second careers for them. This recognition will both further the message that Thoroughbreds do go on to compete with distinction in other equestrian disciples and prompt more Thoroughbred owners to consider this retirement option for their racehorses.”

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EMHF Fellowship Observer Competition Launched

The EMHF Fellowship Observer competition, open to all members of racing societies affiliated to the ESHF, was created by the European and Mediterranean Horseracing Federation (EMHF) and the European Student Horseracing Federation (ESHF). The winner of the competition will be invited and have their expenses paid to present their ideas to the next EMHF General Assembly planned to be an in-person event in Warsaw, Poland on May 15-16, 2021. Members of the EMHF are the racing authorities for thoroughbred racing in the 26 member countries and key administrators from these racing authorities form the delegates to the General Assembly.

Members of the ESHF are invited to submit a paper of no more than 500 words on the subject: ‘What should racing administrators in the European and Mediterranean region do to encourage greater participation in horseracing among young adults and, in particular, among students’. The paper must list the member’s university society and be submitted to paullkhan@euromedracing.eu by Jan. 31, 2021, while submissions will be judged by a panel selected from the EMHF’s Executive Counsel. For more information and student eligibility, please visit www.euromedracing.eu.

Dr. Paull Khan, Secretary-General of the EMHF said, “I’m very excited by this concept and can’t wait to read the submissions. After all, when looking for innovative ideas about how to attract the younger generation to racing, who better to ask than university students with a passion for our sport? This Fellowship will, in return, provide a talented young person with a unique opportunity to gain an insight into racing’s administration at the European level.”

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Dr. Paull Khan Remains EMHF Secretary-General

Dr. Paull Khan will remain the Secretary-General of the European and Mediterranean Horseracing Federation until Dec. 31, 2024.

“I am delighted that Paull has agreed to extend his term as Secretary General of the EMHF,” said EMHF Chair Brian Kavanagh. “He is a great source of knowledge on the racing and breeding industry and it is a pleasure to work with him. Given the increasing internationalisation of our business, the work of the Federation is more important than ever and Paull provides an excellent service to all 26 member countries.”

Added Dr. Khan, “The EMHF holds a special place in my affections and I was delighted to be asked to extend my time with them. I feel the Federation has made great strides, in terms of its influence, profile and value to its member Racing Authorities, and I will do all I can to ensure that this progress continues.”

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