RACING WELFARE ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF RACING STAFF WEEK PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
Racing Welfare is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Racing Staff Week Photography Competition, sponsored by Betfair. This year’s competition once again showcased the immense talent and creativity of racing staff across the country, with many remarkable entries capturing the essence of life in the racing and breeding industries. Selected photos will be used to create Racing Welfare’s 2026 charity calendar which will be available to purchase later in the year.
The overall winner, Rebecca Sumner of Laura and Kelly Morgan Racing, was selected by Cheltenham Gold Cup and Grand National-winning jockey, Betfair Ambassador Rachael Blackmore, who praised the standard of entries, stating:
“The standard was incredibly high – I genuinely loved all the shortlisted photos, it was brilliant to see such variety across the categories. My winner is Rebecca Sumner’s entry in the Movement & Action category. I think it perfectly captures the horsemanship, dedication, skill and care that all the incredible stable staff put into these wonderful horses that jockeys get to enjoy such good days on.”
As the overall winner, Rebecca will receive £100 in One4All vouchers, with category winners earning a £50 voucher, and runners-up winning a £25 voucher. Each of them will also receive a copy of the calendar.
Rebecca said: “Absolutely chuffed that my photo not only won the Movement and Action category but was also picked by Rachael as the overall winner! I entered as I see on a regular basis how hard racing staff work and it’s not about my photo it’s about them! I just love taking photos and so lucky to be involved with an amazing industry!
“Huge shoutout to Dani and Ben in the photo — they work for Kelly Morgan, whose team shows incredible care and dedication daily.
“Racing Welfare is an amazing charity supporting everyone in British racing and Racing Staff Week is the perfect time to celebrate the hard-working people who make it all happen. It’s not just a job — it’s a way of life!”
The full list of winners is as follows:
Overall winner: Rebecca Sumner, judged by Rachael Blackmore
Movement and Action, judged by RaceTech:
Winner: Rebecca Sumner, Laura and Kelly Morgan Racing
Runner up: Christopher Jones, Dalham Hall Stud
My Office Views, judged by The RCA:
Winner: Christopher Jones, Dalham Hall Stud
Runner up: Chantal Wootten, Childwickbury Stud
Wildlife / Nature in the Workplace, judged by The ROA:
Winner: Harriet Hall, Worcester Racecourse
Runner up: Chantal Wootten, Childwickbury Stud
Stars of the Future, judged by The TBA and TDN:
Winner: Chantal Wootten, Childwickbury Stud
Runner up: Oliver Nash, Mildmay Farm & Stud Ltd.
Showing Love for the Horse, judged by The NTF:
Winner: Elizabeth Alton, Felley Priory Stud
Runner up: Bethany Siddell, Paul Nicholls Racing
The People’s Choice, judged by the public via Racing Welfare’s Social Media Poll
Winner: Kelly Sheader, Wolverhampton Racecourse
Runner up: Christopher Jones, Dalham Hall Stud
Chloe Martin, Head of Community Engagement at Racing Welfare said: “We extend our sincere thanks to all entrants for their incredible submissions and for helping to spotlight the unique experiences and unseen dedication of racing staff. Your images continue to tell the real story behind the scenes of racing and breeding in the UK. A heartfelt thank you also goes to our generous sponsor, Betfair, and to our panel of judges from across the industry for their time and expertise across each of the categories.”
Details of how you can purchase the calendar will be made available in due course via Racing Welfare’s website and social media channels.
