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Racing has been held in Hong Kong since the 1800s and it is unequivocally the number sport in town. There are 88 meetings a season hosted across two venues in Sha Tin and Happy Valley with billions of dollars bet every week. It is considered the toughest jurisdiction in the world.
Zac Purton returns aboard Ka Ying Rising after winning the Group One Queen’s Silver Jubilee Cup at Sha Tin. Photo: Sam Tsang

Purton prepares for opener, Orman enjoys family success, Bowman scores G1 ride

Australian jockeys making the most of the off-season as the countdown continues to the first day of the new term on September 6.

Hong Kong’s talent on full display as city’s involvement ‘elevates’ Shergar Cup

Great Britain and Ireland claim Shergar Cup as Hong Kong put up valiant fight

Luke Ferraris

Hong Kong face stern test as world’s elite descend on Ascot for Shergar Cup

The likes of Ryan Moore, Jamie Melham, Suraj Narredu and Christophe Lemaire will all be a part of the team competition.

Jamie Melham celebrates winning Hong Kong’s prestigous Classic Mile in 2023. Photo: Kenneth Chan
Vincent Ho Chak-yiu

Jerry Chau not feeling any nerves ahead of Ascot debut in the Shergar Cup

Last season’s leading local rider will join Vincent Ho and Luke Ferraris in representing Hong Kong in Saturday’s main event.

Vincent Ho Chak-yiu

Shergar Cup a ‘pinch-me moment’ for Ferraris as he prepares for first British rides

The South African rider will take on the likes of Ryan Moore, Christophe Lemaire and Yutaka Take at the prestigious team event.

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Luke Ferraris

Hong Kong jockeys ride in Australia and UK, Ka Ying Rising on-song for season opener

James Orman and Matthew Chadwick keeping fit in Australia, while Vincent Ho, Jerry Chau and Luke Ferraris prepare for Shergar Cup at Ascot.

Matthew Chadwick celebrates his victory on Another Zonda at Happy Valley. Photo: Kenneth Chan.
Lyle Hewitson

Hewitson makes winning return to homeland with Group One glory at Greyville

Three-time South African champion jockey takes out World Pool Moment Of The Day Champion Stakes (1,600m) aboard Erik Dubois.

Lyle Hewitson

Hewitson hoping to make an impact on Sunday’s Champions Cup Day at Greyville

Three-time South Africa champion jockey back in homeland for one of the country’s biggest days of racing.

Hong Kong Jockey Club

Turnover, visitor numbers up in bumper racing season, Jockey Club sets Conghua debut

Total wagering hits HK$143 billion, tourist numbers reach 401,259 and officials outline plan for sport’s opening at mainland China venue.

The 2025-26 racing season came to a close with a spectacular fireworks show at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
David Eustace

Eustace signs off the season with a treble at Happy Valley finale

British trainer seals memorable term with three-timer thanks to Gratifide, Kyrus Treasure and Fashion Legend.

David Eustace celebrates at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Happy Valley

Rain fails to dampen spirits as Hong Kong’s racing season ends at Happy Valley

Large crowd witnesses nine-race card marking the end of the 2025-26 campaign in which Caspar Fownes, Zac Purton prove the big winners.

Zac Purton

Inside the high-stakes world of Hong Kong Jockey Club’s race-day operations

Stephen Higgins and his 240-strong team of professionals act as custodians at both Sha Tin and Happy Valley to ensure seamless experiences.

Caspar Fownes

Fownes to fire remaining bullets at season finale after clinching fifth title

The champion handler sends out six chances at the city circuit for the final meeting of the term.

Caspar Fownes celebrates a Happy Valley victory with jockey Joao Moreira. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Mark Newnham

Newnham thrilled with big season and excited for return of stronger Ibis

Australian handler sits on 60 wins heading into season finale, as Hong Kong Derby hero steadily builds towards next campaign.

Mark Newnham celebrates his Happy Valley five-timer in March. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Frankie Lor

Lor launches two-pronged attack in season finale feature at Happy Valley

Lucky With You and Bottomuptogether line-up for veteran trainer in final Class Two of the campaign.

Danny Shum Chap-shing

Fownes celebrates a fifth trainers’ championship at Sha Tin season finale

Trainer seals title at the second last meeting of the season, holding an unattainable lead ahead of Happy Valley finale on Wednesday.

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Racing fans old and new brave heat to celebrate last Sha Tin meet of the season

A very hot weather warning does little to deter first-time visitors or experienced punters from enjoying atmosphere.

Racing fans cheer on their favourites at Sha Tin during the penultimate meet of the Hong Kong season. Photo: Sam Tsang
John Size

Brown looks to remain unbeaten aboard Endued when signing off at Sha Tin

Australian jockey aims to go out with a bang when riding at his final meeting for his three-month stint in Hong Kong.

Brett Crawford

Crawford hoping PI Legend can transfer winning all-weather form to Sha Tin turf

Sunday will see the four-year-old son maintain the services of Karis Teetan after almost a month between runs.

Danny Shum Chap-shing

Ka Ying Rising and Warrior share Horse of the Year crown in first ever tie

Champion duo crowned co-champions of the season after record-breaking seasons on the track.

Owners Peter Lau Pak-fai and Leung Shek-kong after Romantic Warrior and Ka Ying Rising share Horse of the Year honours for 2025-26. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Francis Lui

Lui rates Gold Patch and Meaningful Dragon the best of his Sha Tin squad

Talented three-year-old and in-form galloper headline the veteran handler’s team of 10 runners on Sunday.

Gold Patch scores under Zac Purton at Sha Tin in April. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Dennis Yip Chor-hong

Lane set to partner Fast Network in Japan as Yip gears him up for Group targets

The top Australian jockey is ‘80 per cent’ to partner Hong Kong galloper in the Group Two Centaur Stakes (1,200m) in September.

Danny Shum Chap-shing

Fownes extends championship lead with Valley treble in tandem with Moreira

Four-time champion trainer currently sits on top of the table with 69 wins, followed by Danny Shum on 63.

Hong Kong Jockey Club

Forza Toro fires in Spanish colours to claim ‘Eight To Glory’ race at Happy Valley

The eight jockeys contesting the unique event sport racing silks inspired by the eight quarter-finalists in the Fifa World Cup.

Jockeys watch on as Jockey Club chief executive Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges (left) shoots for goal before the "Eight To Glory" race at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hugh Bowman

Bowman hoping consistent Liveandletlive can score second win at Happy Valley

Australian jockey was on board for the Tony Cruz-trained galloper’s last victory and will be looking to repeat the feat up in grade at Class Two level.

Liveandletlive and Hugh Bowman return after winning at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Talking Points

Can Solid State buck the trend of imports who win on HK debut?

History suggests the former Australian galloper will be up against it after his incredible first-up victory at Sha Tin.

Andrea Atzeni

Atzeni looking for breakthrough Glory with Lucky Year at Happy Valley

Sardinian jockey eyeing victory in unique race where eight runners line-up in colours of quarter-final teams from world’s biggest football tournament.

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