Andrew Morris has been appointed to replace Michael Prosser as head of racing at Newmarket Racecourses. Prosser, who has been in the role for 23 years, will step down at the end of the season.
Morris, 41, completed the British Horseracing Authority's Graduate Development Programme before beginning his career with The Jockey Club at Market Rasen and later qualifying as a clerk of the course. He filled that same role at Warwick and Huntingdon racecourses before working as head of racing and director of racing at Chester until May 2022. Morris also spent stints in Dubai and Singapore, and was recently racing manager at Moonee Valley Race Club in Australia.
“Having begun my career in racing with The Jockey Club almost 20 years ago, I am thrilled to be returning to the business as head of racing at Newmarket Racecourses,” Morris said.
“Newmarket truly is the 'Home of Horseracing'. Having worked across the globe, it feels very special to be coming back to occupy a senior position at the place where it all began. Nowhere else can boast Newmarket's history and heritage.
“I cannot wait to return to the UK and start learning from the team before we look ahead to an exciting 2024 racing season.”
Morris will assume his new role at Newmarket on October 16, to allow an overlap with Prosser.
Sophie Able, manager of Newmarket Racecourses, said, “We are delighted to be welcoming Andrew back into The Jockey Club family, having started out at Market Rasen, Warwick and Huntingdon.
“Since then he has acquired a wealth of experience, both domestically and internationally, and his career is one characterised by high achievement.
“With a track record of overseeing top-class and high-profile racing, I am certain that Andrew will prove to be a great asset to The Jockey Club and a fantastic addition to the team here at the Home of Horseracing.”
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