Nicky Bertran de Balanda appointed French representative

Former dual-purpose trainer to begin role on October 3

Nicky Bertran de Balanda: trained over 300 winners including Grade 1-winning hurdler Gemix

Tattersalls Ireland has announced the appointment of Nicky Bertran de Balanda as its French representative.

De Balanda enjoyed a fruitful career as a dual-purpose trainer based in Maisons-Laffitte, saddling more than 300 winners including dual Grade 1-winning hurdler Gemix.

On the appointment Tattersalls Ireland's managing director Roger Casey said: "Nicky is a very well respected figure within French racing and breeding and has a lifetime of experience in both National Hunt and Flat racing in France.

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Published on 9 September 2016inSales reports

Last updated 14:17, 9 September 2016

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