James Ferguson has announced that he will cease training at the end of July after accepting an “an offer that, upon reflection, I simply could not refuse” to work in the bloodstock insurance industry with a company operating on the international stage.“Training racehorses has been both a dream and a privilege, and the last seven years have brought me more enjoyment, fulfilment and memories than I could ever have imagined,” said Ferguson, who has spent his entire training career in Newmarket.“I want to be clear that this decision is driven by the opportunity I have been offered, not by any lack of belief in the sport, nor any sense of disappointment. I'm leaving proud of what we've achieved and hugely grateful to everyone who made it possible.”Ferguson, who was previously pupil assistant to Sir Mark Prescott and an assistant trainer with Godolphin, sent out his first runner in November 2019. He landed a breakthrough Group 1 victory with El Bodegon in the Criterium de Saint-Cloud in October 2021, and he also sent out Group winners Deauville Legend, the winner of the G2 Great Voltigeur Stakes who was later fourth in the Melbourne Cup, and Mise En Scene.He added, “Racing has given me an enormous amount, and I remain very positive about the industry. I'm looking forward to staying involved in the international bloodstock community in a new capacity.”Acknowledging the “loyalty, friendship and trust” of his owners and the dedication of his team of staff, Ferguson confirmed that discussions with owners in his stable are already underway “to ensure a smooth and orderly transition of both horses and ownership arrangements”.The post James Ferguson to Cease Training at End of July appeared first on TDN | Thoroughbred Daily News | Horse Racing News, Results and Video | Thoroughbred Breeding and Auctions.