Nacim Dilmi to succeed Sara Ryan as head trainer at Domeland

Godolphin’s former Melbourne foreman Nacim Dilmi says he’s looking forward to getting his hands on Domeland’s crack team when he succeeds Sara Ryan at the operation from August 4.

Nacim Dilmi, pictured with jockey Robbie Fradd after an Eagle Farm win for Godolphin, is the new head trainer for Domeland. Picture: Trackside Photography

Former Godolphin assistant trainer Nacim Dilmi has been announced as the new head trainer for Domeland, taking the reins from Sara Ryan.

French born Dilmi, 37, has spent the past eight years working for Godolphin Australia, most recently heading up the operation’s Melbourne stable under James Cummings.

Following Godolphin’s decision to dissolve its private training model at the end of this season, Dilmi was offered numerous roles at prominent stables in Melbourne and Sydney but said the opportunity to lead Domeland into a new era of success was irresistible.

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“I’ve always wanted to be a trainer and with James Cummings going to Hong Kong, it was the right time for me to step up,” Dilmi said.

“When Domeland rang me to offer me the job, it was really exciting.

“You always know when their horses are racing, and you can spot their red and yellow colours a mile away. I’ve been watching most of their runners and Domeland have some exciting horses that I’m looking forward to getting my hands on.”

Domeland managing director King Cheng said he was thrilled to secure a trainer the calibre of Dilmi.

“We’re incredibly excited to welcome Nacim to the Domeland team,” Cheng said.

“He brings world-class experience from Godolphin and will build on the strong foundation set by Sara over the last couple of years. We believe Nacim is the right person to guide our stable into its next chapter.”

Dilmi will link up with Domeland on August 4, taking over from Ryan who will establish her own public training venture. During her time as Domeland’s head trainer, Ryan trained more than 50 winners of almost $6.5 million in prizemoney.

Domeland’s outgoing head trainer Sara Ryan. Picture: Jeremy Ng / Getty Images

“I’m incredibly grateful to Domeland for giving me the opportunity to launch my training career,” Ryan said.

“It has been a rewarding journey, and I’m looking forward to the next chapter and new challenges ahead.”

Domeland’s stable features in excess of 50 registered horses, with facilities including 35 boxes at Wyong racecourse and a 260-acre Kulnura property that features a 3000m grass track.

Originally published as Nacim Dilmi to succeed Sara Ryan as head trainer at Domeland