Former Racing NSW Chief Handicapper Mark Webbey died suddenly overnight at age 59. Webbey began his career in the racing industry in 1976 as a junior at the Sydney Turf Club's racing office before spending two years as assistant starter for the Australian Jockey Club. Webbey later rose to become the AJC's chief handicapper. Webbey was a member of the Australian Pattern Committee and the ANZ Classification Panel, and in 2005 he went to Singapore to serve as the Singapore Turf Club's handicapper and racing manager. Webbey had stints as racing manager to trainers Gai Waterhouse and John Thompson upon returning, and in 2010 he oversaw a review of handicapping procedures for NZ Thoroughbred Racing.
“Mark was a highly respected individual who possessed an excellent understanding of handicapping systems worldwide,” said Racing NSW Chief Executive Peter V'landys. “Mark conscientiously served the racing industry for many years and he will be missed by the entire industry.”
Webbey is survived by his wife, Kerry, and two daughters. Funeral arrangements have yet to be finalized.
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