Goffs are delighted to announce that Qipco will be the title partner of the Goffs London Salewhich takes place at The Orangery at Kensington Palace on the eve of Royal Ascot, Monday 16th June 2014.
Qipco Holding is one of the leading private investment companies in Qatar and is owned by members of the Royal Family of Qatar including H.H. Sheikh Fahad Al Thani. Qipco also sponsor the British Champions Series and Champions Day at Ascot.
Making the announcement on Thursday at the sale venue, Goffs Chief Executive Henry Beeby said:
“The Al Thani family have transformed the face of bloodstock sales and racing sponsorship in recent years under the Qatar Racing Limited and Qipco names. It is a privilege for Goffs to be associated with a visionary brand such as Qipco for what will be one of the most exciting and prestigious events on the European sales calendar.
We are thrilled with the positive reaction from buyers around the world to the Goffs London Sale during recent market visits to Qatar, USA, South Africa and Australia while closer to home it is also creating quite a stir. Goffs London Sale in association with Qipco is firmly in the diary for many international buyers travelling to London for Royal Ascot. I am very pleased to report that the response from vendors has been equally enthusiastic as we have some top class horses confirmed for the sale”
David Redvers, Racing Manager to Sheikh Fahad Al Thani, commented:
"Sheikh Fahad and his brothers are excited by the concept of a London sale and are delighted to support what we all hope will become a strong and vibrant fixture in the sales calendar.
It is a brave step by Henry Beeby and team to grasp this concept and take it forward and it deserves to succeed not just because of the location and timing but also because of it offers the industry another platform.
We will be working hard with Goffs to make sure the sale and pre-Ascot party goes from strength to strength and particularly look forward to bringing the horses to London in the future. We feel sure it will help bring new people into the game."
Goffs London Sale in association with Qipco will feature a select group of two year old breezers along with high class horses in training, some of which will hold an entry at Royal Ascot. The auction will be held in the stunning surrounds of The Orangery at Kensington Palace on Monday 16 June, ensuring Royal Ascot week commences in some style.
A select number of additional supporting partners will be announced in the coming weeks.
For further information visit or contact Goffs on +353 45 886600.