British Horseracing鈥檚 official charity for the welfare of horses who have retired from racing, Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), is delighted to announce that Clare Balding CBE has agreed to become a patron. Clare鈥檚 lifelong association with horseracing, passion for horses and her profile as one of the UKs most popular TV presenters and broadcasters will provide a huge boost to the work of the charity promoting second careers for former racehorses.
Clare Balding said:
“I am delighted and honoured to become a patron of RoR. I have followed their work for many years and have been impressed at the range of equestrian pursuits in which former racehorses can find a happy and meaningful second career. I look forward to becoming more involved, discovering more about the versatility of the thoroughbred and actively helping to retrain horses whose racing days are behind them.鈥�
Paul Roy, RoR Chairman warmly welcomed the news that Clare Balding will join as Patron to the charity:
“We are thrilled that Clare had agreed to be a Patron of RoR. In 2013 the number of horses registered with the charity increased by 20% so that by the close of the year there were over 8,700 former racehorses eligible to compete in a wide range of disciplines and competitions run by RoR.
鈥淎s the charity’s database expands and awareness of its work increases, to have a patron as well known and as well respected as Clare is great news. She is a great ambassador for all equine sports and I have no doubt she will be a considerable asset to RoR and help take the charity to new levels of success and influence.”
Clare Balding鈥檚 appointment co-incides with the first day鈥檚 coverage of the Cheltenham Festival at which Clare will provide a short interview during the RoR parade showcasing the new careers of former racehorses, including Cheltenham favourites Denman and Kauto Star.
For further information contact Di Arbuthnot, RoR Chief Executive: [email protected]
M: 07836 293191
