Gaurav Rampal has been appointed as the Tattersalls representative in India, the sales company announced on Tuesday.
Firmly established as a leading bloodstock agent in India, Rampal has a client base which includes Dr Cyrus Poonawalla–who now stands Richard Hannon's multiple Group 2 winner Chindit (Ire) (Wootton Bassett {GB}) at his Poonawalla Stud–plus Khushroo Dhunjibhoy and Shyam Ruia, both of whom have also been big buyers abroad.
Rampal, who had previously received an education in European bloodstock from Anthony Stroud, Ted Voute and James Underwood, covers all aspects of bloodstock consultancy work and also acts as an auctioneer and shipping agent.
Edward Mahony, Tattersalls chairman, said, “Gaurav is a great addition to the Tattersalls team of overseas representatives and his appointment demonstrates the importance we place on promoting Tattersalls and particularly the December Mares Sale throughout India.
“Well-known and hugely respected in the Indian racing and bloodstock industry, Gaurav brings a wealth of experience to the role and his knowledge and extensive contacts in India will be invaluable as we look to promote all Tattersalls sales to as wide an international audience as possible.”
Rampal, who has an MBA in Marketing and Finance, added, “Tattersalls and the December Mares Sale have played hugely important roles in the development of the Indian thoroughbred, and the victories of recent Indian Derby and Oaks winners Enabler and Jendayi, both out of mares purchased at the Tattersalls December Mares Sale, bear testament to that.
“Tattersalls is widely regarded as the European market-leader with a reputation for outstanding customer service and I am thrilled to be joining the Tattersalls team and looking forward to encouraging even more Indian buyers to visit Tattersalls.”
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