![]() ![]() Now a four-year-old, the son of Star Turn has won six of his 12 starts but really took it to another level late last season, winning the Group 3 Sha Tin Vase (1200m). We did it Russian Emperor '¤¸Â #asgoodasisgets 💪 /VdTK66u2syĮnglish trainer Richard Gibson already has the best sprinter in town in Wellington, but his stablemate Cordyceps Six might be ready to snatch the crown off him. ![]() There is an expectation he will return as a full-time rider at some point in the season. Shinn hasn't burnt any bridges and it wouldn't be a shock to see him go back to ride Russian Emperor in either the Group 2 Jockey Club Cup (in November) or the Group 1 Hong Kong Cup at the Hong Kong International Races in December - and stay there. He's finally built the connections required and harbours the desire to enjoy more success in Hong Kong. Speaking of the harsh lockdowns imposed on participants, the extended periods of isolation forced Blake Shinn to return to Australia (via Singapore) to look after his mental wellbeing, but don't expect that to be a long-term proposition.Īfter a couple of years doing the hard yards, Shinn finally broke through last season to capture three Group 1s and really prove he can match it with the best in the most scrutinised jurisdiction in racing. Those still on the ground in Hong Kong are convinced at least one of them will decide to leave before the end of season. Moreira is already going to miss the first two meetings after returning to Hong Kong late for more treatment on an undisclosed injury. Joao Moreira's return to Hong Kong has been delayed as the Brazilian underwent treatment overseas for ongoing injuries. ![]() They've shared the nine jockeys' championships on offer between them since then - Purton leads 5-4 - and it's been incredible watching two of the best riders in the world go head-to-head in virtually every race, helping promote the Hong Kong racing brand internationally.īut nothing lasts forever and the tight restrictions placed on them and their families during the pandemic - we're talking more than two-and-a-half years and counting - have taken a toll.īoth were cooked at the end of last season and desperately needed to get away for a freshen-up. Since Joao Moreira arrived in Hong Kong early in the 2013-14 season, the battle for supremacy between the Magic Man and Zac Purton has been box-office stuff. The start of the 2022-23 Hong Kong racing season is upon us and it shapes as a big one - potentially, the end of an era.Ī lot can - and will - happen, but what we can say for certain is there are 88 meetings scheduled with 830-odd races to win and billions of dollars will be wagered on them.īelow are six predictions for the 2022-23 season. ![]()
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