HKJC CEO Blog

The eyes of world racing will be on Hong Kong on Sunday (25 April) with the staging of FWD Champions Day and, fittingly, a cluster of high-class equine stars will be at the centre of international focus. The cream of Japanese staying talent led by Daring Tact, Glory Vase, Loves Only You and Kiseki will…

After months of planning, the sense of anticipation around FWD Champions Day is rapidly intensifying with the arrival of four high-class Japanese horses over the past two days. With only eight days now to the flagship meeting, where HK$63 million in prizemoney is spread across three G1 contests – the Chairman’s Sprint Prize (1200m), FWD…

The last month has been an encouraging period for Hong Kong in the battle against the pandemic with the number of COVID-19 cases of unknown origin steadily falling as the combination of social distancing and stringent biosecurity protocols protects our society. The Club has relished incredibly strong support from all areas of its operations, including…

FWD Champions Day has long been synonymous with world-class racing and following the completion of selected runners for this year’s glittering meeting, it is clear the 25 April showpiece will live up to tradition. With just over two weeks until a quality force of elite Japanese gallopers clashes with Hong Kong’s finest, there is much…

Striking the correct balance between maintaining public health and protecting employment while successfully continuing horse racing has been an enduring challenge in Hong Kong since March 2020 in the fight against COVID-19. Appropriate safety protocols have been central to all three aspects during these testing times. In light of the sacrifices and incredible discipline displayed…

As the Club prepares to stage its 60th meeting of the 2020/21 season with the Easter Monday fixture at Sha Tin on 5 April, we are grateful that – after such a challenging time with COVID-19 – members of the public are again able to attend the races. The Club has gained permission from the…

As Hong Kong racing surges through the third quarter of an engrossing 2020/21 season, there is a distinct sense of optimism with the FWD Champions Day meeting only weeks away as the Easter Holidays ensue. FWD Champions Day represents a showpiece meeting of the highest international quality with three Group 1s and a cursory glance…

With less than a month to FWD Champions Day and already a week on from a momentous 2021 BMW Hong Kong Derby, it is apparent time waits for no-one. This weekend’s meeting at Sha Tin is the 58th fixture of the 2020-21 season, leaving us to savour just 30 more race days before the end…

History will record the 2021 BMW Hong Kong Derby as one of the most significant and dramatic in the Classic’s 148-year tenure. Not only was Sky Darci’s gripping victory over Russian Emperor decided by one of the narrowest margins recorded in the race – a head – but it also marked the first time the BMW Hong…

Success in the face of adversity has long been one of life’s enduring themes. The same holds true for horse racing, particularly over the past two seasons in Hong Kong, where COVID has impacted all aspects of our community. In the circumstances, the Club is especially pleased to stage the HK$24 million BMW Hong Kong…