It’s a special edition of the Hong Kong Racing Show as we gear up for one of the biggest days in global racing—Champions Day at Sha Tin!

Three elite Group 1 contests take center stage: the FWD QEII Cup, FWD Champions Mile, and the Chairman’s Sprint Prize—and we’re going through all of them with full analysis and selections.

Joining Andrew Brown is special guest Andie Biancone, stepping in for Alex Evers, as they dive into a stacked card featuring some of the sport’s biggest global stars.

Can Romantic Warrior make it four straight wins in the QEII Cup? He’ll have to fend off a deep international field to do it.
Will Ka Ying Rising extend his remarkable streak to 20 consecutive victories in the Chairman’s Sprint Prize?
And in the Champions Mile, a world-class group of milers clash in what could be the race of the day.

Later in the show, Alex Evers checks in live from Sha Tin Racecourse alongside show regular Tim Carroll, bringing on-the-ground insight and their own picks across all three Group 1 showdowns.

Before the show wraps up, Andie shares her selection for this year's Kentucky Derby! 

It’s international racing at its absolute best—don’t miss this Champions Day preview! 

Champions Day is just around the corner, and the countdown is on to a
blockbuster G1 Triple Header at Sha Tin.

This week, Andrew Brown and Alex Evers dive into the latest trials and
workouts from Hong Kong’s biggest stars, including Romantic Warrior, Ka
Ying Rising, Invincible Ibis and more, as preparations ramp up for one of
the biggest meetings of the year.

We’ve also got a special international angle. Andrew catches up with Japan
Racing representative Kate Hunter on the backside at Churchill Downs to
break down Japan’s raiding party for Champions Day, featuring Satono Reve
and Masquerade Ball. Plus, with Kentucky Derby fever building, they discuss
Japan’s contenders Wonder Dean and Danon Bourbon and what to expect on the
road to Louisville.

To wrap it up, Andrew and Alex preview this weekend’s action at Sha Tin and
give their picks.

Big show. Big races. Big stories.

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This week on the Hong Kong Racing Show, eight-time champion jockey Zac Purton joins us after partnering superstar sprinter Ka Ying Rising to a record-extending 19th consecutive victory at Sha Tin Racecourse.

Already widely regarded as the world’s top sprinter, Ka Ying Rising once again showcased his dominance with a breathtaking performance—further cementing his place among Hong Kong’s all-time greats. Purton takes us inside the ride, the horse, and what it’s like to be aboard a generational talent in peak form.

Hosts Andrew Brown and Alex Evers also cover all the latest news from Hong Kong, including the incredible return of João Moreira, who wasted no time making an impact with a 4-timer on his first day back in the saddle.

Plus, we look ahead to this weekend’s racing at Sha Tin with picks and analysis.

If you’re following Hong Kong racing, this is one you don’t want to miss.

Fresh off victory in the UAE Derby, jockey Cristian Demuro joins the show to talk about rising Kentucky Derby contender Wonder Dean — and what it would mean to ride in the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

We dive into his Dubai triumph, whether Wonder Dean can handle the mile and a quarter, and his dream of lining up in America’s biggest race.

But that’s just the start…

Cristian also reflects on:

-His early success in the U.S., including his first win for Wesley Ward at Gulfstream Park and how that led to him riding Group 1 winners around the world, including two wins in the Arc De Triomphe

-His huge win aboard Soul Rush over Romantic Warrior in the Dubai Turf

-And that narrow defeat to Voyage Bubble in the Hong Kong Mile at Sha Tin

-We also discuss the growing Italian presence in California with Antonio Fresu, Umberto Rispoli and his brother Mirco Demuro making waves stateside.

-Plus, Cristian gives his take on the world’s best sprinter Ka Ying Rising, who returns this weekend in the Chairman’s Sprint Prize lead-up — the Sprint Cup at Sha Tin Racecourse.

🔍 Also in this episode:
Sprint Cup preview with Andrew Brown & Alex Evers
The latest Hong Kong racing news
Tony Cruz reaches 1,600 career wins

🌏 From Dubai to Kentucky to Hong Kong — this is a truly global episode you don’t want to miss.

Fresh off his breakthrough win in the Hong Kong Derby, trainer Mark Newnham joins hosts Andrew Brown and Alex Evers to relive his incredible triumph with Invincible Ibis.

Newnham dives into the emotion behind his first Derby win, the preparation that led to a peak performance on the big day, and his red-hot run of form as he sets his sights on the Hong Kong Trainers’ Championship.

We also get an update on last year’s Derby runner-up My Wish and what’s next.

Plus, Andrew and Alex bring you the latest Hong Kong racing news, including fresh trial updates from Ka Ying Rising and superstar Romantic Warrior, and a full preview of this weekend’s action at Sha Tin Racecourse.

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It’s Hong Kong Derby week and we’ve got a HUGE edition of the Hong Kong Racing Show 🇭🇰🏇

Regular hosts Andrew Brown and Alex Evers are joined once again by former HKJC executive Bill Nader to discuss the 149th Hong Kong Derby at Sha Tin this weekend. From key contenders to race tactics, the team dives deep into who they think will take out Hong Kong’s most prestigious race.

Plus, we hear directly from the connections of the leading chances heading into the big one.

This week’s special guest: Daniel Zigal, owner of Derby contender Invincible Ibis. Daniel joins Andrew and Bill to talk about his “once in a lifetime” horse, his excitement ahead of the Derby, and his decades-long connection with the Hong Kong Jockey Club.

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With the Hong Kong Derby fast approaching, this week’s Hong Kong Racing Show features a special guest: Bill Nader — former executive at the Hong Kong Jockey Club and current President & CEO of Thoroughbred Owners of California.

Bill joins regular hosts Andrew Brown and Alex Evers to discuss the developing story surrounding champion jockey Zac Purton, who has been left without a ride in Hong Kong’s most prestigious race. The panel discusses Purton’s options, the significance and prestige of the Derby, and gives early predictions for the big race. The latest Longines World's Best Racehorse ratings are out, and we've got reaction to Hong Kong horse's Ka Ying Rising and Romantic Warrior being on top of the list. They also look ahead to this weekend’s racing at Sha Tin.

Later in the show, Andrew catches up with Brad Blanks, co-owner of Paradoxium, the favorite for the Golden Slipper at Rosehill Gardens in Sydney — part of the global World Pool event.

Brad recounts the surreal experience of cheering his horse home in the Todman Stakes from the back of an Uber on the way to LAX, a win that cemented Paradoxium’s position as favorite for the world’s richest race for two-year-olds.

He also reflects on the viral moment from a few years ago when he interviewed Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler — and their hilarious reaction to Brad’s towering presence.

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Fresh off his victory aboard Stormy Grove in the Hong Kong Classic Cup, jockey Harry Bentley joins the Hong Kong Racing Show to talk about his outstanding season in the saddle.Harry reflects on his Classic Cup triumph and what’s next for Stormy Grove on the road to the Hong Kong Derby, discusses his upcoming ride on Tomodachi Kokoroe, and shares insights into his successful partnership with Hong Lok Golf.Speaking of golf… Harry also gives us the latest on his golf game and reveals who really holds bragging rights as the best golfer in the Hong Kong jockey room. ⛳🏌️Also on this week’s show, Alex Evers and Andrew Brown recap Romantic Warrior’s impressive victory in the Hong Kong Gold Cup, review James McDonald’s remarkable Group 1-winning weekend across two countries, and preview all the key races coming up this weekend at Sha Tin Racecourse.👍 Like the show? Make sure to subscribe for more Hong Kong racing content as we close in on 5,000 subscribers! Thanks for the support and being part of the growing community. 🎥🐎

History has been made in Hong Kong.This week, Andrew Brown is joined by co-host Alex Evers, reporting from Sha Tin Racecourse, fresh from capturing Ka Ying Rising’s record-setting victory in the Queen's Silver Jubilee Cup — a performance that saw the world’s top-rated sprinter become the first Hong Kong-trained horse to win 18 straight, breaking the mark previously shared with Silent Witness.The boys break down the historic run, the atmosphere on track, and what this means for his legacy.Then, four-time Champion Trainer Caspar Fownes joins the show.There’s no shortage of storylines:-Fownes has just become only the fourth trainer in history to reach 1,200 Hong Kong winners-He currently leads the Trainers’ Championship as he chases a fifth titleInternational superstar jockey João Moreira joins his stable in early April-His apprentice Ellis Wong has just graduated after riding 70 winners at Happy Valley Racecourse-Caspar also reflects on his racing journey, his connection to the United States, and reveals details about spending time with American A-lister Kevin Costner.Plus, Andrew and Alex preview a huge weekend at Sha Tin, including:-The return of Little Paradise in the Hong Kong Classic Cup (second leg of the 4YO series)-A blockbuster clash between Romantic Warrior and Voyage Bubble in the Hong Kong Gold Cup — the second leg of the Triple CrownBig performances. Big personalities. Championship implications everywhere.If you’re enjoying the weekly deep dive into Hong Kong racing, make sure to like the video and subscribe to the channel. We’ve just hit 4,000 subscribers and are rolling hard toward 5,000 — your support helps us keep bringing you the biggest names and best stories from the Hong Kong racing scene.Don’t miss this one.

History is on the line in Hong Kong.This week on the Hong Kong Racing Show, Andrew Brown is joined by Alex Evers, reporting directly from Sha Tin Racecourse after capturing morning trackwork from Hong Kong superstars Romantic Warrior and Voyage Bubble.With their Triple Crown aspirations building and an important trial approaching, Alex brings the latest from the ground — how they’re moving, how they look, and what it all means heading into their next targets.But the headline story this week belongs to Ka Ying Rising.The world’s top-rated sprinter has now won 17 straight — equaling the legendary Silent Witness — and is aiming to make it 18 in a bid to set a new record for a Hong Kong-trained horse.Alex has the latest from the track on how Ka Ying Rising is shaping up for Sunday.Then Andrew crosses to England to speak with Hong Kong racing expert Tim Carroll, who has been on the Ka Ying Rising bandwagon from the very beginning. Tim:

• Makes his predictions for Sunday’s races
• Counts down his Top 5 all-time Ka Ying Rising wins
• Shares his latest thoughts on young rider Dylan Browne McMonagle, who continues to impress during his short-term stint in Hong Kong

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