Will Johnson as Bloodstock & Racing Manager for the Southern Hemisphere

Sumbe and Mr Nurlan Bizakov are pleased to announce the appointment of Will Johnson as Bloodstock and Racing Manager for the Southern Hemisphere.

Following the recent announcement that Charyn will begin shuttle duties in 2026 to Cambridge Stud, as well as Sumbe’s first investments in yearlings at the Australian sales, with the desire that this marks the beginning of its presence in the Southern Hemisphere, Mr Bizakov felt it was the right time to establish a presence in the region.

Commenting on the appointment, Mr Bizakov said:“I am delighted to announce and to welcome Will to the Sumbe team. We previously worked together during his time as assistant to Roger Varian, and we have remained in contact ever since. I very much look forward to a successful and fruitful collaboration.”

Will Johnson added:“I have witnessed the growth and accompanied success of Nurlan's breeding and racing operation from afar since first meeting him whilst working for Roger Varian. To have Nurlan and his Sumbe operation expand their footprint to Australia and New Zealand is an endorsement for our industry. I look forward to working with Nurlan, Tony Fry and his team to grow their commercial presence in the southern hemisphere.”

This appointment marks an important step in Sumbe’s international development and underlines its ambition to establish a strong and lasting presence in the Southern Hemisphere.