New Zealand Thoroughbred Horse of the Year Awards
Date: Sunday 10 September, 2023
Time: 5.00pm
Location: Shed 10, Queens Wharf, Auckland CBD
Dress: Black Tie
Tickets: Sales closed
The New Zealand Thoroughbred Horse of the Year Awards provides an outstanding evening of acknowledging achievements and saluting successes. Athletes, both horse and human, are celebrated at this event culminating in excellence, passion, and a love for the sport.
Enjoy a great night out while entertaining clients, catching up with friends and colleagues, and celebrating the heroes of the past season. A night not to be missed! Featuring awards recognising our best-performing horses and people, concluding with the ultimate SENZ Horse of the Year accolade.
Check out the 2022-23 finalists and winners here.
View the 2022-23 Voting and Recommendations Panel here.
About the Awards
The New Zealand Thoroughbred Horse of the Year Awards is an esteemed event in New Zealand racing, serving as a grand celebration of success and excellence, bringing together the industry's prominent stars. With over 20 awards presented, including the highly coveted SENZ Horse of the Year accolade, this event honours the top performers of the previous racing season, both horses and humans alike. Since its inception in 1991, the Thoroughbred Racing Awards has become an annual tradition, recognising outstanding achievements. Winners are presented with an exquisite bronze trophy crafted by the renowned sculptor, Gerard McCabe, adding to the prestige of the occasion.