North America thoroughbred auction house and racetrack Keeneland has appointed a new director of communications.

Former FanDuel TV analyst Gabby Gaudet will join the Kentucky-based Keeneland team, with her role predominantly to drive the company's comprehensive communications strategies across its racing and sales divisions.

Gaudet has previously worked as a paddock analyst, co-hosted Today at Keeneland and acted as a US sales representative.

"I'm so grateful to my FanDuel TV family for the experiences and growth I've had there - they helped shape me as a broadcaster and storyteller, preparing me well for this next chapter," Gaudet said.

"This was not an easy decision, but what ultimately guided me was the chance to be more present with my family while continuing to do work I'm passionate about.”