Brenton Avdulla

Brenton Avdulla is a highly accomplished professional jockey, currently based in Hong Kong, where he is enjoying significant success and sits third in the jockeys’ championship. Previously, he was crowned Sydney Champion Jockey in 2017/18. His career highlights include winning 13 Group 1 races, notably two Golden Slippers and the VRC Oaks on a 100/1 outsider. He has forged strong partnerships with leading trainers in both Australia and Hong Kong. Avdulla successfully returned to racing after a serious neck injury in 2022, demonstrating resilience and continued expertise in competitive horse racing. He has secured recent Group 1 victories in Hong Kong, showcasing his adaptability and skill.

Brenton Avdulla

Ibis exceeds Newnham’s expectations with thrilling Celebration Cup win

Hong Kong Derby winner makes a triumphant return despite trainer’s distance concerns in Group Three feature.

Yuen celebrates first Valley win as Eustace, Hall, Chau and Ho double up

Avdulla has ‘no ambitions to go home’ as he bids to earn a licence extension

Richards sends strong squad to first Valley meeting led by Storming Dragon

Kiwi trainer has five chances at city circuit, including the six-year-old son of Star Turn who performed consistently at the track throughout last season.

Avdulla looks to continue late-season charge with Raging Blizzard in Premier Cup

The Australian also rides Bustling City, Hot Air Ballon, Alabama Song and Giddy Up at Sha Tin on Sunday.

Resources extends unbeaten record as Cruz, Eustace and Avdulla bag doubles

Promising galloper handles step up in class and distance comfortably ahead of potential tilt at Classic Series.

Ovation bids to complete stunning comeback from injury with Lion Rock victory

A year after suffering a major setback, Tony Cruz’s four-year-old will chase a first feature win in his Group debut.

Hayes turns to three-year-olds in bid to keep in touch with title leaders

Australian trainer fancies My Mars and Happy Promise as the best of his Sha Tin runners as he looks to strike back in premiership race.

Size looking to capitalise on successful month with Stellar Express at Happy Valley

13-time champion trainer will send out four quality chances at city circuit on Wednesday night.

Shum keeps pace with championship leaders after scoring a treble at the Valley

Local trainer secures three-timer on Wednesday night thanks to Harmony Galaxy, Fantastic Fun and Always My Folks.

Price celebrates 1,000 HK wins as Museum is in doubt for QEII Cup

He Was Me and Elite Golf score to help Australian bring up a major milestone, while Japanese star could be out of upcoming Group One.

Superstar jockey McDonald confirmed to ride Seraph Gabriel in Derby

Champion rider hops off Beauty Bolt to team up with David Eustace’s stayer in city’s most coveted race.

The HK Racing Postscript: who’s hot, who’s not and the best of February

Jerry Chau and Andrea Atzeni had the biggest winning hauls of the month, while Francis Lui continued his exceptional 2026.

Hayes looks to bridge Classic Mile drought with Akashvani and Public Attention

Trainer’s two runners have drawn low barriers for the first leg of the Classic Series at Sha Tin.

Size looks to play spoiler as his team takes on ‘three champions’ at Sha Tin

The champion trainer will saddle Raging Blizzard, Helios Express and Red Lion to take on Hong Kong’s finest in Group One action.

Patch Of Cosmo and Akashvani shine at Sha Tin ahead of Classic Mile

The pair is set to compete in the first leg of the Classic Series on February 1 after their striking wins on Sunday.

Stellar Express runs riot in G3 feature to keep Size marching up the table

The champion trainer moves to 16 wins for the campaign as Sight Hermoso also helps him to another double at Sha Tin on Sunday.

Size continues surge as Endued and Raging Rapids bring up Sha Tin double

The 13-time champion trainer has now won with six of his last 31 runners as he climbs the table.

Bowman doubles up ahead of IJC as Shum and Size also snare braces

The top rider enjoyed a smooth day at the office during the final meeting before Hong Kong International Races week.

Who wins at Sha Tin? Cheer For South can get the punters roaring

Owen Goulding runs through his tips ahead of Sunday’s 10-race card.

Who wins at Sha Tin? Wunderbar the one to beat in feature dash

Sam Agars runs through his tips ahead of a bumper National Day card.

Bowman, Whyte and Richards fire in doubles at Valley opener

Australian jockey and two handlers make flying starts to the city circuit’s new campaign with braces on Wednesday night.

Ka Ying Rising ‘a pleasure to watch’ as he blazes through another barrier trial

The reigning Hong Kong Horse of the Year continued on his ultimate path towards The Everest in October.

Title races go down to the wire as Leung looks to strike a Tony Cruz Award blow

Both the local riders’ premiership and the trainers’ title are still alive heading into Sunday’s Sha Tin meeting.