NOMINATIONS are now being taken online for the 2021 Irish Godolphin Stud and Stable Staff Awards.

The awards encompass 10 categories which carry prize money of over €85,000. This year, in addition to prize money for the winner, the two finalists and their employers, €100 will be allocated to the shortlisted candidates in eight award categories.

This marks the sixth year of Godolphin’s sponsorship of this event. The awards show will be broadcast free-to-air on Racing TV on Wednesday, June 30th.

The Godolphin Irish Stud and Stable Staff Awards are in association with the Irish Stablestaff Association, the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association, Racing Post and Horse Racing Ireland. Godolphin also sponsors the equivalent awards in America, Australia, Britain and France.

Sandra Hughes, Godolphin’s Irish Stud and Stable Staff Awards Ambassador, will be available to assist all trainers, breeders, managers, owners and colleagues who wish to nominate their staff and team-mates. Nominations are open until 5pm on Monday, April 19th and must be completed online.

Award categories

  • Racecourse
  • Racing & Breeding Support Services
  • Administration
  • Newcomer
  • Horse Care
  • In The Saddle
  • Leadership (Stud)
  • Leadership (Stable Staff)
  • Dedication to Racing & Breeding
  • Irish Racing Excellence

    • Web: studandstablestaffawards.ie