The Midlands area Point-to-point season finale will be the Fitzwilliam meeting at Dingley racecourse on Saturday 24th of May, where we will have a six-race card with something for everybody, including two open races, two maidens, a restricted and a conditions race. Dingley racecourse is on the Harborough Road, just East of Market Harborough in […]
David Simpson to join Tattersalls Ireland as BIDPOINT Representative
Tattersalls Ireland has announced the appointment of David Simpson, formerly of AGA, as BIDPOINT Representative for the remainder of the Point-to-Point season.
Commenting on the appointment, Richard Pugh, Director of Horses in Training at Tattersalls Ireland said;
“Since its launch in March 2015, Tattersalls Ireland BIDPOINT has made great strides in offering an alternative way for people to buy an Irish Point-to-Pointer. We are committed to the growth of BIDPOINT and David is the perfect person to further develop the awareness of this unique bidding platform. David has established a vast audience in the UK Point-to-Point field and along with his comprehensive network, we believe he will raise the profile of BIDPOINT across the UK.”
David Simpson commented;
“I am delighted to be joining Tattersalls Ireland as BIDPOINT Representative in the UK. I am very passionate about UK Point-to-Pointing and I am eager to promote BIDPOINT to its fraternity, champion the weekly catalogue of horses eligible for sale and highlight the ease of use of this innovative bidding platform.”
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