HKJC CEO Blog

The LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) are widely regarded as the Turf World Championships and, as the days tick down to next month’s showpiece, we are looking forward to a “Celebration of Champions” at Sha Tin on 11 December.  The initial entry of 172 outstanding horses from around the world and also Hong Kong…

The G3 Sa Sa Ladies’ Purse meeting is always one of the most eagerly anticipated race days on the Hong Kong calendar and last Sunday at Sha Tin (6 November) again marked a wonderful occasion with quality horse racing and an incredible atmosphere.  The enthusiasm and engagement of a stylish crowd created an ambience which…

As the days countdown to next month’s LONGINES Hong Kong International Races, the Club is planning ways in which we can create a better customer experience for our local racing fans at Sha Tin on 11 December.  Our objective is to give our loyal customers the opportunity to see the best horses from around the…

The successful staging this week in Hong Kong of the Global Financial Leaders’ Investment Summit and the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens indicates that our incredible city is very much open and back in business.  With only five weeks until the LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR), these two showcase events have drawn positive attention to…

Unfortunately, the hoisting of the No.8 typhoon signal this afternoon by the Hong Kong Observatory has forced us to cancel tonight’s race meeting at Happy Valley.  The safety of our race-day workforce of over 8,000 people, which includes personnel from racing, wagering and catering, as well as the welfare of our horses, trainers and other…

The provisional line-up for the four Group 1 features at the HK$110 million LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) on 11 December is gradually taking shape following the close of entries and, with only six weeks to go, the early signs are certainly positive. Several factors will ultimately decide which horses face the starter at…

Wellington’s performance to win the G2 Premier Bowl Handicap (1200m) at Sha Tin on Sunday (October 23) could not have been any more impressive – or better timed – ahead of the close of entries for Hong Kong horses in the four Group 1s at the LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) in December.    Given…

With the LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) only seven weeks away, the G2 Premier Bowl Handicap (1200m) at Sha Tin tomorrow shapes as a key lead-in race to the G1 LONGINES Hong Kong Sprint (1200m) on 11 December.  A very competitive and high-quality field is headed by Hong Kong Champion Sprinter Wellington, last year’s…

With just over seven weeks until the LONGINES Hong Kong International Races (LONGINES HKIR), I am delighted with the calibre of entries for our flagship meeting at Sha Tin on 11 December.  International racing is an integral part of the Club’s operation and a key cornerstone of the Club’s brand as a global racing organisation. …

The reappearance of Group 1 winners Russian Emperor, Panfield and Waikuku in the G2 Oriental Watch Sha Tin Trophy Handicap (1600m) at Sha Tin on Sunday (16 October) serves as a timely reminder that LONGINES Hong Kong Raceday (LONGINES HKIR) is now only eight weeks away.  The clash between the established guard and rising star…