The finalists for the 2026 Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards, sponsored by Godolphin, were revealed on Wednesday. The finalists will head to Ascot Racecourse for the ceremony, hosted by ITV Racing's Ed Chamberlin on February 23 after a final round of judging earlier in the day.The finalists for each category are:Newcomer AwardEmma Skerritt – Richenda FordFreddie Wilks – Charlie JohnstonPoppy Hatton – Folland-Bowen BloodstockLeadership AwardCarrie Sanderson – Karl BurkeClaire Freeman – Dan SkeltonLouisa Allen – Jim BoyleRider / Racing Groom AwardEllie Jefferson – Christian WilliamsKieran Kourdache – Karl BurkeMichelle Kramer – Paul NichollsStud AwardDayna Walsh – TweenhillsJames Goddard – Chasemore FarmOleh Ihnatenko – Whitsbury Manor StudDedication AwardChristopher Pattenden – Diana GrissellDerek Snaith – Charlie FellowesHelen Halliwell – James FanshaweCommunity AwardAnna Collins – Chester RacecourseGeraldine Jones – GodolphinHayley Clements – Micky HammondBrant Dunshea, acting chief executive of the BHA, said, “My congratulations to this year's finalists, who are truly worthy of this accolade. The 2026 ceremony promises to be another memorable occasion as we celebrate the very best of British racing and breeding.“Everyone who was nominated, made the shortlists or got through to the final 18 should be immensely proud. You are all fitting representatives of the many individuals, yards, studs and communities across the country who make our wonderful industry the success it is.“A huge thank you to our sponsors Godolphin, our award partners at the Racing Post, Racing TV and Ascot Racecourse, and of course to our esteemed judging panel – who no doubt have the toughest job.”The post TIEA Finalists for 2026 Revealed appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.