Hannon appointed Tattersalls Cheltenham bloodstock representative

Tattersalls Cheltenham has appointed Ger Hannon as its Irish-based bloodstock representative for its point-to-point and horses-in-training sales.

Hannon, who runs the County Clare-based Ralahine Stud and is a successful producer of store horses, is well-known on the Irish point-to-point circuit as a commentator. 

He also sources point-to-pointers for British and Irish trainers; many of his graduates having gone on to enjoy Graded race success under rules. 

“I'm delighted to be appointed as bloodstock representative for Tattersalls Cheltenham,” said Hannon.

“I have a great passion for National Hunt and point-to-point racing and I have been involved with every aspect of the industry from buying jumps foals, selling stores and recommending point-to-pointers. 

"I look forward to working with such a renowned team, and I'm excited about the season ahead."  

Tattersalls Cheltenham sales manager Shirley Anderson-Jolag said: “I am so pleased that Ger is joining the team, he will bring invaluable experience and knowledge to the role. He has fantastic connections within the Irish point-to-point community and is out on track every weekend.  

“Ger will join the existing team of Jamie Codd and Barry O’Neill; all three will be working closely with both handlers and purchasers in Ireland. We are very much looking forward to the start of the new point-to-point season working alongside Ger."  

The Irish point-to-point season is due to get under way at Toomebridge on October 5, with the first Tattersalls Cheltenham sale of the 2024-25 season scheduled at Cheltenham racecourse after racing on November 15, the Friday of the November meeting. 

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