Warren Greatrex has been named an ambassador for Fairplay as they prepare for the 2026/27 Jumps season. Known for producing multiple Grade 1 winners like Cole Harden and La Bague Au Roi, Greatrex will offer fans a glimpse into his training operation in Lambourn, sharing insights through regular blogs and video updates throughout the Jumps season.
Commenting on the collaboration, Greatrex expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "Fairplay is a really good concept, and I was really taken by it. As soon as I met Billy, I thought ‘wow!’, I just love his enthusiasm. I’m very excited! I think from our side, the partnership will allow us to showcase the yard, and through regular blogs and content, we can show exactly what we do, from riding out, showing people how to swim horses and treadmilling. We’ve got an excellent young team here and I’m really pleased that with Fairplay we can showcase this. I’m very confident that we can grow alongside Fairplay – we’ve got a really nice bunch of young horses, as well as established ones, and I think with this partnership we can grow together."
Bill Gowing, the Founder and Managing Director of Fairplay, also shared insights into the partnership, acknowledging the challenges faced by British racing. He stated, "There’s no hiding from the fact that British racing is facing a challenging period. Rising costs, increased regulation and changing market conditions mean it’s more important than ever that businesses with a genuine passion for the sport continue to invest in it. That’s exactly why partnering with Warren Greatrex Racing was such a natural decision for us. Warren has built a yard that’s founded on hard work, integrity and ambition – values that are central to Fairplay as a business. We’re both committed to doing things the right way, building for the long term and always striving to improve. While others may be reducing their involvement in the sport, we see this as the right time to step forward. We firmly believe horse racing remains one of Britain’s great sporting institutions, with a passionate and loyal following, and we’re committed to playing our part in supporting its future. We’re excited to work alongside Warren and his team throughout the season, giving our customers a closer connection to the stable and helping tell the stories that make National Hunt racing so special. We see this as the beginning of a long-term partnership, and we’re looking forward to celebrating plenty of success together."
Established in 2023, Fairplay started as a peer-to-peer betting platform and later launched its sportsbook, Fairplay Bet, after obtaining a license. This year, Fairplay debuted at Glorious Goodwood with an on-course presence, and is planning to secure pitches at Cheltenham and Newbury for the upcoming season.
