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International Federation of Horseracing Authorities
The International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) is the global leader of the sport of thoroughbred racing, seeking to promote all facets of the worldwide sport; protect the welfare of the equine and human athlete; and protect and grow its global social and economic significance for current and future generations.

The Club’s Chief Executive Officer, Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, is the second Chair in the IFHA’s history. Founded in 1993 and historically based in Paris, the organisation is now supported by a global management team. Andrew Harding, Executive Director of Racing of the Club, is the Executive Director of the IFHA and leads its Executive Office.

The IFHA’s major areas of activities include:
  • Making and amending the International Agreement on Breeding, Racing and Wagering (the IABRW)
  • Policy development relating to welfare and safety of horses and riders
  • International Race Planning and Grading (“black type”)
  • World Rankings
  • The fight against Equine Prohibited Substances and Practices
  • Harmonisation of Racing Rules
  • Certification of IFHA Reference Labs
  • Fostering commercial development of the racing industry globally

The IFHA is a foundation member with Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) of the International Horse Sports Confederation and is affiliated to the World Organisation for Animal Health.

Official Website: https://www.ifhaonline.org/