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Zac Purton rides Light Years Charm to a dominant win in the HK$2.84 million Lee On Handicap at Sha Tin Racecourse.

Zac Purton Guides Light Years Charm to Victory in HK$2.84M Lee On Handicap

Zac Purton delivered a masterclass in timing aboard Light Years Charm, storming to victory in the HK$2.84 million Lee On Handicap at Sha Tin. The win marked trainer David Eustace’s 30th success of the season and the gelding’s third triumph in Hong Kong. From a modest start to a dominant finish, Light Years Charm proved he’s one to watch.

Ellis Wong celebrates after winning on Kaholo Angel at Happy Valley, marking a milestone in his young racing career.

Ellis Wong Scores Career-Defining Win on Kaholo Angel at Happy Valley

Ellis Wong lit up Happy Valley with a memorable double, headlined by a special win aboard Kaholo Angel for Caspar Fownes. The 24-year-old apprentice, rapidly gaining prominence, now boasts 17 wins this season. Matthew Poon also continued his strong run, while Keagan De Melo and Karis Teetan ended notable winless spells. Hong Kong racing now turns to Sha Tin for the Summer Series kickoff.

Trainer Cody Mo and jockey Matthew Chadwick celebrate with Pray For Mir after winning the Group 3 Lion Rock Trophy at Sha Tin Racecourse.

Pray For Mir Lands Breakthrough Victory in Group 3 Lion Rock Trophy at Sha Tin

Pray For Mir delivered a landmark victory at Sha Tin, giving trainer Cody Mo his first Group race triumph in the G3 Lion Rock Trophy Handicap. Ridden by Matthew Chadwick, the four-year-old surged home in determined fashion to lead a quality field, cementing Mo’s place as a rising force in Hong Kong racing.

Helios Express charges home to win the 2025 Sha Tin Vase Handicap under jockey Hugh Bowman

Helios Express Shines in Sha Tin Vase as Size and Bowman Team Up Again

Helios Express rewarded a season of determined efforts with a thrilling win in the G3 Sha Tin Vase Handicap, helping trainer John Size edge closer to another Hong Kong trainers’ title. With rival Ka Ying Rising absent, the consistent galloper capitalized on the opportunity under Hugh Bowman’s expert ride, scoring narrowly in a dramatic finish. The win also highlighted a strong day for Size, who notched up a double at Sha Tin.

Zac Purton aboard Horsepower during morning trackwork at Happy Valley ahead of the Class 2 Wan Chai Gap Handicap

Frankie Lor Eyes Class 2 Success With Promising Sprinter Horsepower

Promising sprinter Horsepower is set to tackle his toughest test yet as he debuts in Class 2 company at Happy Valley on Wednesday, June 4. Under the guidance of Zac Purton and trainer Frankie Lor, the four-year-old aims to stretch his winning ways to 1200m after a successful run over 1000m. With a competitive lineup featuring multiple last-start winners, this nightcap promises thrilling action.

CROIX DU NORD crossing the finish line in the 2025 Japanese Derby with jockey Yuichi Kitamura at Tokyo Racecourse on June 1st

CROIX DU NORD Claims Glorious Victory in 2025 Japanese Derby

CROIX DU NORD triumphed in the 2025 Japanese Derby at Tokyo Racecourse on June 1st, winning the 2,400-meter race in 2:23.7 under jockey Yuichi Kitamura. Trained by Takashi Saito, the colt claimed the second leg of Japan’s Triple Crown and the ¥300 million winner’s prize. As a son of KITASAN BLACK, this rising star now holds three major victories and is one to watch for the rest of the season.

Hugh Bowman riding Red Lion in full flight at Sha Tin Racecourse, aiming for Group 3 success.

Red Lion Eyes Another Upset as Bowman Aims for Lion Rock Trophy Glory

Hugh Bowman returns to Sha Tin this Saturday aiming to build on recent success with Red Lion and Helios Express in two of the day’s Group 3 highlights. Red Lion will try to prove his stunning Champions Mile win was no one-off, while Helios Express steps into the Sha Tin Vase with a weight advantage that could finally turn his consistent form into a win.

Mugen powering through a barrier trial ahead of his Group 3 return under trainer Pierre Ng.

Pierre Ng Targets Group 3 Success with Mugen and Team

Mugen is back in Group 3 action this Saturday, and trainer Pierre Ng is optimistic about the speedster’s chances following a strong trial and two promising recent runs. After a slow start to the season post-Japan trip, the six-year-old looks ready to bounce back with a light weight and renewed confidence in a high-stakes sprint.

Derek Leung celebrates victory at Happy Valley after completing a treble ahead of his Group 3 ride on Lucky Sweynesse.

Derek Leung in Top Form Ahead of Group 3 Sha Tin Vase with Lucky Sweynesse

Derek Leung showcased impeccable form with a stunning treble at Happy Valley, perfectly setting the stage for his feature ride aboard Lucky Sweynesse in Saturday’s G3 Sha Tin Vase. With victories aboard Wood On Fire, Prestige Gold, and Gracious Express, Leung demonstrated sharp tactical acumen and remains firmly in contention for the Tony Cruz Award. All eyes now turn to his upcoming Group 3 assignment.

Romantic Warrior, wearing a red hood, being led by trainer Danny Shum and team members in the parade ring before a race at Meydan during the Dubai Turf.

Sha Tin star Romantic Warrior undergoes successful procedure, returns to stable

Romantic Warrior, one of the world’s highest-earning racehorses, has returned to Sha Tin after undergoing a successful precautionary procedure on his left foreleg, the Hong Kong Jockey Club confirmed.

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Zac Purton Guides Light Years Charm to Victory in HK$2.84M Lee On Handicap

Ellis Wong Scores Career-Defining Win on Kaholo Angel at Happy Valley

Frankie Lor Eyes Class 2 Success With Promising Sprinter Horsepower

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