John Ferguson
APPOINTED TO BHA BOARD
HORSES
The British Horseracing Authority ( BHA ), the sport ’ s governing and regulatory body , has today announced that bloodstock agent , former trainer and senior industry figure John Ferguson has been appointed to the Board of the BHA as one of the two Member-Nominated Directors nominated by the TBA , ROA and NTF ( acting on behalf of the Licensed Personnel ).
John has taken over from Luca Cumani , whose term on the BHA Board has ended .
John ’ s career in racing has been extensive and varied . His roles have included working as stable staff and as an assistant trainer to Sir Michael Stoute , as a trainer of 287 National Hunt winners ( including Grade 1s with Ruacana and Parlour Games ), and as a racing manager , owner , breeder and bloodstock agent .
John also represented Darley and Godolphin for over 22 years from 1994 to 2017 , including as Chief Executive of Godolphin .
In 2021 he set up Natalma Bloodstock , a bloodstock investment company which has broodmares in Europe , the United States and Australia . He is also a member of the UK Jockey Club , US Jockey Club and has a Japan Racing Association owners licence .
John Ferguson said :
“ Having had a career in horseracing that has been beyond my wildest dreams , working for some incredible people , I feel honoured and privileged to have been offered this role .
“ Having worked as a member of stable staff and had my first novice hurdle winner at Hexham , through to breeding , owning and selling horses all over the world , I hope that I am able to well represent licensed personnel .
“ It is now in our hands to shape horseracing into a sustainable and fabulous sport for future generations .”
BHA Chair Joe Saumarez Smith said :
“ We are delighted to welcome John to the Board . He brings with him extensive experience of the training and bloodstock industries , alongside his intimate knowledge of the industry ’ s workings from his time as a senior leader in the sport .
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