Welcome to the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin.

With £128,500 in prize money, the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin and organised by the British Horseracing Authority celebrate and recognise the remarkable dedication and commitment of those working at the heart of British Horseracing.  These hard-working employees provide the best possible care to our horses and people.

The 2026 awards were held at Ascot Racecourse on Monday 23 February , where Kieran Kourdache was crowned Employee of the Year – taking home a total of £30,000 to be split between himself and his colleagues at Karl Burke Racing.

Read all about the 2026 ceremony here and watch the highlights package above.

Nominations for the 2027 awards will open in the summer of 2026. There are six  award categories to be won as well as the overall Employee of the Year and over £128,000 in prize money!  These awards celebrate and recognise the remarkable dedication and commitment of those working at the heart of British racing and who provide the best possible care to our horses and people.

If you have any questions in the meantime, please contact the team: awards@britishhorseracing.com.