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Manfred Man Ka-leung

The latest news and updates on Manfred Man Ka-leung, known for his extensive career in Hong Kong horse racing, initially as a jockey and Hong Kong Champion Apprentice, before becoming a highly respected trainer. He received his full trainer’s licence in 2001 and has been part of the Hong Kong Jockey Club for 48 years. His work involves developing top-tier racehorses, notably the champion sprinter Lucky Sweynesse, and two-time Centenary Sprint Cup winner Eagle Regiment. He achieved a personal best of 44 winners in the 2022/23 season and reached 600 career wins in 2023, demonstrating consistent success and expertise in horse management.

Manfred Man Ka-leung

Chau pumped to represent Hong Kong on Self Improvement in Riyadh Dirt Sprint

Young jockey heads to Saudi Arabia in elite form as he bids to repeat Group Three Korea Sprint heroics.

Purton sticks with Sagacious Life, while Improvement settles in well in Saudi

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

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.

Ka Ying Rising blitzes rivals again to match Witness’ record 17 straight wins

The world’s best sprinter equalled a long-standing Hong Kong benchmark with an effortless victory in the Centenary Sprint Cup.

Sweynesse set for first mile test: ‘I think it’s a good time to try’

Derek Leung hopes the four-time Group One winner will run a strong 1,600m in his first crack at the trip on Sunday.

Classic Mile top 10: Invincible Ibis, Sagacious Life lead early rankings

Mark Newnham’s exciting galloper and Pierre Ng’s quality import headline the Post’s ratings for the first leg of the four-year-old series.

Fast Network on track for Al Quoz Sprint in Dubai after Centenary Sprint Cup

Dennis Yip is keen to set his emerging speedster for the Group One feature up the Meydan straight in March.

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.

Purton bags brilliant five-timer but Classic Mile call remains up in the air

Champion jockey dominates Sha Tin meeting but is no closer to deciding on his ride for the first leg of four-year-old series.

Magnifique bound for rating ‘close to 100’ after successful return from setback

David Hall lauds his talented sprinter after his impressive comeback at Sha Tin on Saturday.

Doyle looks to sign off on a high at Happy Valley as her stint comes to a close

The British rider has saluted five times in the city and has a full book on her farewell card on Tuesday night.

Purton hopes Patch Of Stars continues his rise: ‘He’s had a great season’

Champion jockey is optimistic classy four-year-old can extend hot streak with luck from a wide draw.

Moore joins elite trio with record-equalling third IJC win at Happy Valley

Champion British rider boots home Corleone and Triumphant More to secure first success in prestigious contest since 2010.

Doyle looks to continue ‘great start’ with another busy night at Happy Valley

The British rider has already struck on three occasions as she looks to build momentum towards the International Jockeys’ Championship.

Leung expects Sweynesse to bounce back from Japan defeat in Jockey Club Sprint

Local jockey is happy with four-time Group One winner ahead of his latest clash with superstar Ka Ying Rising.

Patch Of Stars continues ascension with strong Class Two win for Purton

Manfred Man’s progressive four-year-old bags the Lukfook Jewellery Cup as champion jockey boots home a treble.

Purton hopes Patch can star in first Class Two test: ‘He deserves to be there’

Champion jockey is looking forward to progressive four-year-old’s tilt at the Lukfook Jewellery Cup and Ka Ying Rising’s trial on Friday.

Light Years Charm bound for return to Group features after tough Class Two success

The Group Two Jockey Club Mile on November 23 looms as a possible target for David Eustace’s progressive galloper.

Crawford has one slight concern ahead of HK Group race debut with Encountered

South African handler hopes the Sha Tin track won’t be too firm for consistent galloper in Sunday’s feature.

‘Excited’ Wong confident she has the tools to handle Happy Valley

After 249 rides and 23 winners at Sha Tin, the apprentice jockey gets her chance at the tight-turning city circuit.

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

Zac Purton and Mark Newnham were the star performers of the month, while three jockeys and a pair of trainers were winless.

Ever Luck produces stunning debut victory after mid-race detour

Smashed late in betting, Mark Newnham’s three-year-old overcomes barrier 14 and his own inexperience to salute.

Crawford has high hopes of Class Two Valley victory with Encountered

First-season Hong Kong handler believes his six-year-old can go one better after a slashing first-up second to Lo Rider.

Exciting Bulb General lights up Sha Tin turf, while Man celebrates 700th win

Jamie Richards’ four-year-old racks up third straight win in style, while veteran trainer reaches major milestone.

Leung bemoans unsuitable trip and fast pace after Sweynesse’s Japan defeat

Hong Kong speedster was under heavy pressure throughout on his way to a disappointing 11th in the Group One feature at Nakayama Racecourse.

Sha Tin ready for G3 action after typhoon, while star sprinters track nicely

After an early finish last weekend, officials are confident the surface will be ready to withstand this Sunday’s feature meeting.

After Korea surprise, can Sweynesse shine? ‘I really believed they had no chance’

While all the talk has been about Ka Ying Rising’s trip to Sydney, it shapes as a big year of travelling across the board for Hong Kong horses.