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The Hong Kong, China equestrian team, supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club, added further lustre to its performance at the Hangzhou Asian Games today (28 September), with HKJC Equestrian Team member Jacqueline Siu claiming a silver medal in individual dressage at the Tonglu Equestrian Centre. The victory marks a back-to-back Asian Games triumph for Siu, who also brought home a gold medal in dressage from the 18th Asian Games in Jakarta. Michael Lee, Chairman of The Hong Kong Jockey Club ...

The equestrian team supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club has earned pride for the city at the Hangzhou Asian Games by claiming a bronze medal in the team dressage competition today (26 September) in Hangzhou. The victory marks another milestone for Hong Kong, China as the city’s first-ever medal in team dressage at the Asian Games. “We are proud and delighted to witness Hong Kong, China’s first-ever team dressage medal at the Asian Games. On behalf of The Hong Kong ...

In support of the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou and the participating Hong Kong athletes, The Hong Kong Jockey Club establishes a designated "Asian Games Live Zone" in all Off-Course Betting Branches (OCBBs), three Clubhouses, equestrian centre and one of its public riding schools. Starting from 23 September, it will broadcast the events of the 19th Asian Games Hangzhou provided by the three channels of Cable HOY TV for the enjoyment of its Members, customers and the public. Please refer to the ...

The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s “With You. Then. Now. Always.” Exhibition in the Arts Pavilion at West Kowloon Cultural District is now open and will run until 24 September. Admission is free. Over the years, the Club has worked alongside community partners to support and initiate many charity projects dedicated to the needs of people from all walks of life. Just some of these inspiring community stories are on display in this interactive exhibition. Through installations and games, visitors can learn ...

The Hong Kong Jockey Club gave its full support to elite athletes today (16 September) at the flag presentation ceremony for the Hong Kong, China delegation to the upcoming Hangzhou Asian Para Games. Club Steward Lester G Huang attended the ceremony as the representative of the Club. Medallists at the Games will be rewarded under the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme (“JCAIAS”), a three-year sponsorship programme organised in collaboration with the Hong Kong Sports Institute (“HKSI”) and aimed at recognising ...

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is delighted to be one of the sponsors of “Serving Her Country and People Heart and Soul — Exhibition of Soong Ching Ling’s Life”, which held its opening ceremony today (15 September) at the Hong Kong Central Library. The exhibition is co-organised by the China Soong Ching Ling Foundation (“CSCLF”), Hong Kong Rosamond Foundation and Shanghai Soong Ching Ling Study Association, and commemorates the life of Soong, the late Honorary President of the People’s Republic of ...

To support the HKSAR Government’s efforts to boost the city’s night economy, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (“the Club”) today (14 September) unveiled two significant months-long initiatives in prominent downtown locations. These initiatives have been rolled out to provide a diverse range of nighttime entertainment choices for both residents and tourists. 1. Free admission to Happy Valley Racecourse with enhanced Happy Wednesday (mid-September - December 2023) Happy Valley Racecourse on Wednesdays offers excitement for racegoers to experience Hong Kong’s international racing ...

Seventeen elite Hong Kong athletes have been rewarded a total of HK$3.75 million for their outstanding performances in the Chengdu FISU World University Games under the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme (JCAIAS), for which a cheque presentation ceremony was held today (13 September). The Hong Kong, China team achieved its best-ever result at the 31st edition of the Games, held in Chengdu this summer, with a total haul of 12 medals - four gold, one silver and seven bronze. Anthony ...

The third Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum, convened by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, concluded successfully today (12 September) at the West Kowloon Cultural District in Hong Kong. The two-day forum attracted more than 1,600 delegates from around the world including close to 70 eminent speakers and over 180 representatives from regional and global foundations, who shared the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead as we strive to create a fairer society and the power of philanthropy to accomplish ...

The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced the establishment of the Institute of Philanthropy (“IoP”) at the opening of the Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum 2023 today (11 September) at the West Kowloon Cultural District in Hong Kong. Convened by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, the third Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum, brings together close to 70 prominent speakers and 1,600 thought leaders and delegates from around the world. Among them are philanthropic, academic, business, social sector and government leaders. ...

From 11-12 September, global philanthropists and thought leaders are gathering in Hong Kong to debate solutions to global inequity and pathways to a more sustainable future for all. Philanthropy, with its proven ability to catalyse change and deliver impact, will be a major focus. Convened by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, the third Philanthropy for Better Cities Forum, which opened today (11 September) at the West Kowloon Cultural District, brings together more than 1,600 delegates from around the world, ...

Following its Annual General Meeting (“AGM”) today (5 September), The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced its results for the 2022/23 financial year ended 30 June 2023 (FY2022/23). This was a challenging year for the Club, with the first seven months dominated by the pandemic and the Club impacted by the post-pandemic economic slowdown, with macro-economic trends indicating that the business environment will continue to be very difficult. While local turnover on Hong Kong racing was down 1.3%, this was offset by ...