Over
the past decade the Hong Kong International Races has become among the
most important stops for horsemen and owners from all across the globe.
The event has since become recognised as the 'Turf World Championships'
offering excellent prize-money and glory at the stunning Sha Tin racecourse
in Hong Kong's New Territories.
The 2003 HKIR on December 14 comprises of four international
Group 1 events over different distances: the Hong Kong Cup (2000m),
the Hong Kong Vase (2400m) and the Hong Kong Mile (1600m) and the newly
promoted to Group 1 Hong Kong Sprint (1000m).
The Hong Kong International Races is not just
one of the finest race meetings on the calendar, it is also the final
leg of the World
Series Racing Championship.
