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Harry Bentley returns to the applause of the Happy Valley crowd after a recent winner. Photo: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Bentley targets Valley bullseye before G1s: ‘he’s one I’m really looking forward to’

British jockey confident Young Arrow is ready to win in Wednesday night’s Class Three Ma Wan Handicap (1,200m).

Hong Kong racing

Mr Ascendency handles quick backup to clinch double for Yiu at Happy Valley

Hong Kong racing

Bullish Bentley hopes Group Three winner can leave Valley rivals Feeling blue

From our archives

Recap | Hong Kong building disasters, from an inferno to construction site tragedies

These were some of Hong Kong’s most tragic construction disasters, from the 1918 Happy Valley racecourse inferno to deadly lift crashes, highlighting the critical need for improved safety standards.

Six hundred lives were lost when a fire ravaged Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong, in 1918. Photo: SCMP Archives
Hong Kong racing

Ng books Barzalona for Classic Mile ride and celebrates much-needed Valley win

Trainer confirms star Frenchman will partner Johannes Brahms in the first leg of the four-year-old series.

Hong Kong racing

Purton breaks Whyte’s all-time record for HK wins at the Valley

Australian superstar surpasses South African champion’s benchmark for most victories by a jockey in the city.

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Hong Kong Jockey Club

SCMP Best Bets: Purton's return a pleasant Sight for punters at Happy Valley

SCMP Best Bets: Purton's return a pleasant Sight for punters at Happy Valley
Hong Kong racing

Whyte pays tribute to Purton as history awaits at the Valley

South African legend says there’s ‘no better person to take it over’ as Australian champion chases down all-time record.

Hong Kong racing

Fresh off 166-1 Valley double, Eustace enters HK’s Group One picture

Trainer will tick off another little milestone in his career in the city when he saddles up Victor The Winner this Sunday.

Hong Kong racing

Purton just four wins off breaking Whyte’s record after Valley double

Victories aboard Kasa Papa and Bottomuptogether help champion jockey inch closer to all-time Hong Kong benchmark.

Zac Purton rings the bell counting down the number of wins needed to break Douglas Whyte’s record. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Shum soars to championship lead with January Cup highlighting Valley four-timer

Helene Feeling’s victory in city circuit’s sole Group race crowns veteran handler’s big night.

Danny Shum was on fire at the Valley on Wednesday night with four winners. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Lor chases January Cup hat-trick with trio: ‘he loves Happy Valley’

Trainer bids to continue his recent dominance in the city circuit’s sole Group race on Wednesday.

Hong Kong racing

Purton has Boxing Day to remember with season-best six-timer at the Valley

Champion jockey continues pursuit of Douglas Whyte’s all-time record with a phenomenal display at city circuit.

Hong Kong racing

Hayes backs Happy Valley’s Boxing Day bonanza

Trainer saddles up six runners on the expanded card, which is believed to be the first 10-race night meeting at the city circuit.

David Hayes enjoys a recent Youth Power win at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Atzeni looks to maintain strong Happy Valley form: ‘They’re all chances’

Italian takes a strong book of seven rides to the city circuit on Wednesday night.

Andrea Atzeni steers Plentiful to victory at Happy Valley last month. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Heavyweight fight between McDonald and Purton continues at Happy Valley

Pair clash with strong books at the city circuit’s nine-race card on Wednesday.

Hong Kong racing

McDonald lands Happy Valley treble but has to settle for IJC second

Star New Zealander will enter a huge weekend in top form after victories aboard Prince Alex, Smart Fighter and Chill Chibi.

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Who wins the IJC at Happy Valley? Here’s what our tipsters think

Three of the Post’s seven-strong panel think Colin Keane is the man to beat in Wednesday night’s competition.

Irish rider Colin Keane celebrates a win during the 2019 International Jockeys’ Championship. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Stunning Peach cherry-ripe for Happy Valley test after programme prompts switch

Hong Kong Derby hopeful will head to the city circuit for the first time on Wednesday.

Hong Kong racing

Lor eyes more Valley success with Horsepower before HKIR tilt: ‘He’s improved’

Australian import headlines veteran handler’s city circuit team after impressive Hong Kong debut win.

Old Hong Kong

The little-known history of one of Hong Kong’s oldest neighbourhoods

Tai Kwun’s new exhibition unveils tales of ecology, history, religion and high stakes in one of Hong Kong’s oldest neighbourhoods.

The “Happy Valley: A Cultural Landscape” exhibition at Tai Kwun, Hong Kong. Photo: courtesy of JCCPS
Hong Kong racing

Jockey Club hopes new Happy Valley venues can entice the next generation of fans

The Beat and Vantage hope to offer the digital, dining and racing experience that the new generation wants.

Both The Beat and Vantage feature interactive AI horse selection stations. Photo: HKJC
Hong Kong racing

Teetan snares final IJC spot with Valley win: ‘It’s very exciting’

Mauritian rider guides Take Action to victory at city circuit to qualify for prestigious competition.

Hong Kong Jockey Club

SCMP Best Bets: Eason the easy formula to success at Happy Valley

Hong Kong racing

Jockey Club abandons last three Valley races amid T8 typhoon warning signal

Races seven to nine were called off on Wednesday night as Tropical Storm Toraji edges closer to Hong Kong.

Zac Purton guides Lucky Touch to victory at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong Jockey Club

SCMP Best Bets: All aboard Shinkansen for Happy Valley success

SCMP Best Bets: All aboard Shinkansen for Happy Valley success
Hong Kong racing

Valley next for jumping Jolly, while things going ‘smoothly’ for Ka Ying Rising

Trainer David Hayes will change things up with his three-year-old, who has twice thrown away any chance of victory while leading.

Hong Kong racing

Teetan becomes sixth jockey to ride 700 HK winners: ‘It’s an amazing number’

Mauritian rider joins an elite club by booting home Speedstar at the city circuit on Wednesday night.

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