Michael Wainwright to Succeed Martin St Quinton as Chair of Cheltenham Racecourse
The Jockey Club has announced that Michael Wainwright will succeed Martin St Quinton as Chair at Cheltenham Racecourse from May 2026.
Michael Wainwright, a lifelong Jump racing fan, has been on Cheltenham Racecourse’s committee since 2019. He was brought up on the Wirral and was a regular visitor to Bangor-on-Dee and Aintree racecourses from a young age.
As a horse owner, Michael co-owns Ga Law, winner of the 2022 Paddy Power Chase, amongst other horses. Professionally, he is a qualified Chartered Accountant and has been involved with his family business, Boodles, since 1984, serving as Managing Director for many years before becoming Executive Chairman in 2024.
Michael Wainwright will bring his experience and passion to the role of Chair at Cheltenham Racecourse.
Author's summary: Michael Wainwright succeeds Martin St Quinton as Chair.