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Lyle Hewitson

Lyle Hewitson
Lyle Hewitson is a highly accomplished professional in horse racing, known for his competitive spirit and resilience. Hailing from a racing family, he quickly rose through the ranks in South Africa, becoming a two-time Champion Apprentice and a three-time Champion, notably breaking the apprentice win record. He has also achieved success in Japan and established himself in Hong Kong, reaching 100 career wins.
Ka Ying Rising dominates his rivals under Zac Purton in a Sha Tin trial. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Ka Ying Rising cruises to Sha Tin trial victory ahead of much-anticipated return

Champion sprinter is primed for next week’s season opener after another impressive hit-out on Sunday.

Hong Kong racing

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

Hong Kong racing

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

Hong Kong racing

The HK Racing Postscript: who’s hot, who’s not and the best win and ride of June

Joao Moreira and Cody Mo had big months, while a host of jockeys and trainers were winless.

Jockey Joao Moreira fired in nine wins in June. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Newnham seeks to add to late-season tally with Robot Lucky Star at Happy Valley

With only seven meetings left for the 2025-26 season, the Australian handler currently sits third in the trainers’ championship on 58 wins.

Hong Kong racing

Hewitson and championship-leading trainer Shum combine at Happy Valley

South African jockey and local handler partner with Happy Shooter, Fantastic Fun and Winning Champion.

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Hong Kong racing

Yiu rates Voyage Bubble ‘doubtful’ to defend Champions & Chater Cup crown

The six-time Group One hero is unlikely to race again this season as he undergoes further treatment on a capped elbow.

Zac Purton guides Voyage Bubble to victory in December’s Hong Kong Mile. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Newnham bids to extend title lead with strong squad assembled for Sha Tin dirt

Australian trainer aims to continue his all-weather success this term with five runners on Wednesday night.

Hong Kong racing

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

Zac Purton, Danny Shum, David Hayes and John Size were among the top performers for a memorable month.

Hong Kong racing

Crawford keeps momentum rolling with Mugen as Newnham bags bittersweet double

South African handler helps Group Three winner break long drought as Australian trainer experiences roller coaster day.

Mugen gets up on the inside to score a thrilling win under Hugh Bowman. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Strong Sha Tin line-up for Hewitson headlined by Supreme Sea and Packing Angel

South African jockey looks forward to solid chances on both turf and all-weather tracks on Sunday.

Supreme Sea wins on debut under Lyle Hewitson in January. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Chau celebrates 200th Hong Kong win with brilliant treble at Sha Tin

Fresh from nine winners in February, young jockey kicks off March in style with three-timer to reach a career milestone.

Hong Kong racing

Crawford set to keep the good times rolling with strong Sha Tin squad

The 54-year-old’s Sunday chances are headlined by Lovero, Conspirator and Beauty Missile.

Hong Kong racing

Lui puts faith in Speed Dragon and Chancheng Glory to continue purple patch

Two of the veteran’s stable stars are set for Sunday’s Group Three Centenary Vase (1,800m) at Sha Tin.

Francis Lui celebrates a treble at Sha Tin last month. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Newnham mob-handed as he goes for back-to-back Classic Mile wins at Sha Tin

The trainers’ premiership leader runs Invincible Ibis, Infinite Resolve, Crimson Flash and Winfield in the first race of the Classic Series.

Mark Newnham is hoping his four strong group can get the job done at Sha Tin. Photo: Kenneth Chan.
Hong Kong racing

Chadwick excited to reunite with Cosmo in Mile: ‘he’ll be in with a shout’

Four-time Group One-winning jockey has regained the ride on Manfred Man’s talented four-year-old in Sunday’s feature.

Hong Kong racing

Atzeni trebles up as Shum hits 900 Hong Kong winners at Sha Tin

The Sardinian jockey rode his second treble in the city, while veteran trainer brings up another milestone on the all-dirt card.

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Hong Kong racing

Newnham aims to continue setting the pace with strong dirt hand at Sha Tin

The Australian handler leads the way in both the trainers’ premiership and the unofficial dirt championship.

Mark Newnham and jockey Lyle Hewitson celebrate New Forest’s win in October. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Lui joins elite group of trainers on 1,000 wins after Dragon’s Valley victory

Veteran becomes sixth handler to reach major milestone after bagging a double at city circuit.

Hong Kong racing

Lui leaving nothing to chance as he looks for January Cup glory at Happy Valley

The top trainer saddles Chancheng Glory, Speed Dragon and Winning Wing in his pursuit of a second win in the Group Three race.

Hong Kong racing

Hewitson and Orman look to continue momentum with strong Sha Tin books

The pair has enjoyed a brilliant time of things this season and will hope to keep that rolling on Sunday.

Lyle Hewitson celebrates a recent win at Sha Tin. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

My Wish swap a disappointing call that highlights brutal reality jockeys can face

The rising star’s owners announced a change to Alexis Badel from regular rider Luke Ferraris earlier this week.

My Wish’s connections after his Hong Kong Classic Mile success. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Guyon extends hot form with double as Newnham unveils smart debut winner

French jockey continues to gather momentum in Hong Kong with a brace, while Supreme Sea makes an impressive start to his career.

Hong Kong racing

Ferraris bags birthday winner as Mount Everest scales new heights at Sha Tin

South African jockey guides David Eustace’s Happy Boss to a thrilling victory.

Hong Kong racing

Hewitson ‘striving for even more’ as he looks to continue strong start

The South African rides the likes of Shanwah, Sky Song and Shinkansen at the city circuit on Tuesday night.

Lyle Hewitson has a useful book at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Eustace excited to test Dazzling Fit against ‘stand-out’ Classic Series hope

British handler has high hopes for his tough last-start winner when he clashes with another emerging four-year-old on Saturday.

Dazzling Fit gets up on the outside to win a three-way photo finish under James McDonald. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Double delight for Crawford and Fownes at Happy Valley

There were also winners for British duo Hollie Doyle and Richard Kingscote at the city circuit.

Hong Kong racing

Hewitson looks to turn some seconds into winners with a strong Happy Valley book

The 28-year-old is enjoying a good but frustrating start to the campaign after riding nine winners and placing second 12 times.

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