Horse Racing Star James McDonald Joins Hong Kong Pursuit Alongside Champion Jockey Zac Purton and More

The Hong Kong Jockey Club annually hosts a prestigious international event, running from November, where jockeys worldwide converge for an intense 3-6 months of races in Hong Kong. Beyond simply enhancing the sport’s appeal, this event thrills fans by introducing acclaimed riders and providing local talents a chance to vie against the global elite. However, the true excitement lies not just in the event dates but in witnessing top-tier riders in action.

Here’s a glimpse of the esteemed riders set to captivate audiences during this thrilling racing spectacle.

James McDonald

Superstar jockey James McDonald is set to make a brief yet impactful appearance in Hong Kong. He’ll reunite with Romantic Warrior, with whom he triumphed in the Group One Cox Plate last month, ahead of the Group One Hong Kong Cup (2,000m). McDonald’s five-week stint, beginning on November 23, enables him to prepare alongside Romantic Warrior for their upcoming race. Expressing enthusiasm, McDonald shared his anticipation for the event, acknowledging the opportunity to familiarize himself with Romantic Warrior’s performance before the highly competitive Hong Kong Cup.

McDonald’s short-term contract, ending on January 1, aligns perfectly with the crucial pre-race period. After a series of successful rides in Australia’s spring carnival, McDonald?s arrives in Hong Kong poised for an eventful racing experience.

Ryan Moore

Briton Ryan Moore, the inaugural winner of the Longines World’s Best Jockey award, gears up for his first six-week club contract at Sha Tin in January, leading the European winter influx.Ryan Moore, an esteemed English jockey recognized as one of the world’s finest, boasts a career brimming with over 200 Group 1 victories and thrice securing the title of Champion Jockey in the UK. His adept horsemanship and versatility in winning races across diverse horse types have garnered him widespread admiration among racing enthusiasts.

Zac Purton

Since 2007, Zac Purton, a well-known Australian champion jockey, has ruled Hong Kong?s racing arena and recorded a total of more than 850 wins.?Purton has won four Hong Kong Jockey?s Championships and two Hong Kong Cups. His hard-charging riding style and ease of riding a myriad of horses have established him as one of the world?s top jockeys.?He is successful not just in Hong Kong but also in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Japan which recognize him as a double world super jockey series winner.?Highly admired for his commitment, hard work and worthy of emulation, Purton?s true champion rider legacy lives on and promises even more triumphs in future years.

Rachel King

Renowned jockey Rachel King, a multiple Group 1 winner, is set to once again represent Australia on the global stage at Hong Kong’s International Jockeys? Championship. The event at the vibrant Happy Valley Racecourse marks King’s debut in this prestigious championship.

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Following an impressive Spring Carnival featuring notable victories in The Metropolitan and the Coolmore Stud Stakes, King’s selection reflects her rising prominence.

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