This Chinese New Year Raceday (photo 1, 2) has always been Hong Kong's most popular horse racing event of all. With the coming Year of the Goat just around the corner, The Hong Kong Jockey Club's Chief Executive Officer Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, Executive Director of Racing William A Nader and Executive Director of Customer and Marketing Richard Cheung hosted a press conference today (3 February) to announce details of the 2015 event, which will take place at Sha Tin Racecourse on Saturday 21 February, the third day of the Chinese New Year.
They were joined by renowned cross-media artist Simon Ma, popular singers Andy Hui, Ram Chiang and Rita Carpio, and feng shui master Mak Ling Ling, all of whom will play a part in making this year's event extra-special.
Once again this year, Ma has joined forces with the Club to develop the CNY Raceday visuals and themed merchandise. During today's press conference, he demonstrated the variety of innovative techniques and materials he has applied in his Year of the Goat designs, blending artistic elements with the exciting action of horse racing.
A comprehensive programme of colourful and traditional on-course festivities has been scheduled for the CNY Raceday, including a grand opening show featuring singing stars Andy Hui, Ram Chiang and Rita Carpio. A CNY-themed merchandise Bazaar will offer a selection of limited edition items to mark the festival, while a Fortune Formation designed by feng shui master Mak Ling Ling will be set up on the Forecourt. All racegoers will receive a mobile phone stand (photo 3, 4) and an Instant Win card# upon admission to the racecourse (while stocks last), offering them a chance to win a 24K gold plated ornament (photo 5). Over HK$680,000 worth of ornaments will be up for grabs.
Over $71 million jackpots to celebrate Chinese New Year
Total payouts of over $71 million will be on offer to celebrate the Year of the Goat. An estimated $30 million will await the holder of a single $10 winning unit for the Triple Trio at the CNY race meeting on the third day of the Chinese New Year (Saturday 21 February), as the prize pool will be topped up from the Triple Trio Jackpot Reserve. A further $40 million is expected to be up for grabs by a single first prize winner in the Mark Six Chinese New Year Snowball Draw on the fourth day, Sunday 22 February.
A total jackpot of $1.8 million will also be allocated to the Quartet & First 4 Merged Pool for the race meeting held on the seventh day of the Chinese New Year (Wednesday 25 February). The jackpot will be split between the second leg of the Triple Trio and the last race, with each carrying $900,000. More details of the jackpot arrangement for the Quartet & First 4 Merged Pool for the rest of this season will be released in March.
HKJC’s collaboration with WeChat
The Jockey Club also announced today a co-operation with Tencent to develop various initiatives to provide HKJC’s services on WeChat platform. For example, WeChat services are planned in different stages during 2015-2016, offering services such as purchase of racecourse admission tickets to the Public Enclosure. Subsequent phases will be announced accordingly. The Club always places high importance on technology and digital experience development, and continue to apply new technology to enhance the services and offerings to customers.
Free admission to visitors
Sha Tin Racecourse will open to the public at 10:30 am on the CNY Raceday, with the first race starting at 12:30 pm. A much-anticipated highlight of the 11 races will be the Chinese New Year Cup. Visitors to Hong Kong will be able to enter the Public Enclosure free of charge with a valid travel document to experience the thrilling sporting action.
Please refer to promotional materials and terms & conditions for details. For enquiries, please call HKJC's Customer Hotline 1817 or visit www.hkjc.com. All racegoers must be 18 or above.
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Event:
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Chinese New Year Raceday
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Date:
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Saturday 21 February
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Venue:
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Sha Tin Racecourse
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Time:
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10:30 am – Gates open for public admission
11:00 am – Spectacular Opening Variety Show
12:30-5:50 pm – Races 1 - 11
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Highlights:
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- Free gift of mobile phone stand for all racegoers on admission
- Instant win card# offering the chance to win a 24K gold plated ornament
- Fortune Formation created under the guidance of famous feng shui master Mak Ling Ling
- Stylish CNY-themed merchandise on offer
- Staggering Triple Trio dividend of HK$30 million
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Admission Fee:
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$10 (Public Enclosure)
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Enquiries:
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Customer Hotline on 1817 or visit www.hkjc.com
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Remarks:
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Racegoers must be aged 18 or above
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# Trade Promotion Competition Licence Nos.: 44599, 44600
Attachment - Festive on-course activities for Chinese New Year Raceday
The Chinese New Year Raceday will be held at Sha Tin Racecourse on Saturday 21 February, the third day of the new lunar year. An array of amazing on-course performances and activities will be available to entertain the public and enhance the festive mood.
Over HK$71 million jackpots to celebrate Chinese New Year
Total payouts of over HK$71 million will be on offer to celebrate the Year of the Goat. An estimated HK$30 million will await the holder of a single HK$10 winning unit for the Triple Trio at the CNY race meeting on the third day of the Chinese New Year (Saturday 21 February), as the prize pool will be topped up from the Triple Trio Jackpot Reserve. A further HK$40 million is expected to be up for grabs by a single first prize winner in the Mark Six Chinese New Year Snowball Draw on the fourth day, Sunday 22 February.
A total jackpot of HK$1.8 million will also be allocated to the Quartet & First 4 Merged Pool for the race meeting held on the seventh day of the Chinese New Year (Wednesday 25 February). The jackpot will be split between the second leg of the Triple Trio and the last race, with each carrying HK$900,000. More details of the jackpot arrangement for the Quartet & First 4 Merged Pool for the rest of this season will be released in March.
Free door gift and Instant Win Card to win a gold-plated ornament
Each racegoer entering Sha Tin Racecourse on 21 February (until the start of Race 6, while stocks last) will receive a mobile phone stand and an Instant Win card# offering a chance to win a 24K gold plated ornament worth HK$788 each, sponsored by Love Knots. There are 880 ornaments to be won, with a total value of over HK$680,000.
# Trade Promotion Competition Licence Nos.: 44599, 44600
Celebrities to star in spectacular Opening Ceremony
The day's fun will begin with a live variety extravaganza at 11:00 am in the Parade Ring, led by dragon and lion dancing to summon good fortune. This will be followed by top singers Andy Hui, Ram Chiang and Rita Carpio performing their all-time favourites and popular CNY tunes. Feng shui master Mak Ling Ling will share her lucky tips, the God of Fortune will give out lai see, and the jockeys will wish fans good fortune and prosperity in the New Year.
Chinese New Year Cup a track highlight
On the track, there will be 11 races with the first starting at 12:30 pm. A much-anticipated highlight will be the Chinese New Year Cup, a Class One race on turf over 1400 metres, offering total prize money of HK$2.2 million.
Boost your luck with Feng Shui display
Racegoers can try to enrich their festive fortune by visiting master Mak Ling Ling’s astounding feng shui fortune formation on the Public Forecourt and touching auspicious symbols. Mak will also share her lucky tips and Year of the Goat predictions with racegoers during designated time slots at the Tipster Forum.
Be dazzled by Love Knots’ exclusive gold booths
Gold is never more warmly welcomed than at Chinese New Year! Stylish 24K gold plated ornaments from Love Knots will be on sale from special booths at the Concourse and 1/F Public Betting Hall.
Start a plentiful year with gourmet dishes
Mezza One at Sha Tin Racecourse will be offering eight tantalising festive dishes, while stocks last, featuring the best and freshest ingredients to guarantee a fabulous start to the year.
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Deep-fried Dumplings stuffed with Black Truffle, Mixed Mushrooms and Vegetables, served with Black Truffle Dip (photo 6)
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HK$50
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Deep -fried Potato Cakes with Diced Air-dried Chinese Sausage (photo 7)
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HK$38
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Deep-fried Scallops with Shrimp Mousse on Toast
(photo 8)
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HK$78
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Stir-fried Shrimps & Asparagus in Steamed Pumpkin, served with Vegetables Rice (photo 9)
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HK$98
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Pot of Fortune served with Steamed Rice (photo 10)
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HK$98
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Braised Lamb Shank with Chu Hou Sauce, served with Steamed Rice (photo 11)
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HK$98
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Tossed Assorted Noodles with Salmon, Kimchi, Dried Fish, Egg, Cucumber, Tomato, Bell Pepper and Korean Chilli Paste (photo 12)
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HK$78
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Red Dates, Longan & Egg Sweet Soup (photo 13)
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HK$35
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Unique range of CNY-themed collectibles
In celebration of the Year of the Goat, the Club will offer a unique range of limited edition merchandise featuring a stylish CNY-themed red packet and key chain designed by renowned cross-media artist Simon Ma. Other limited edition items on sale will include lucky bags, wallets, handbags, tote and hobo bags. Don’t miss out!
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Hong Kong Jockey Club x Simon Ma Red Packet
(10pcs/set, 3 designs available)
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HK$45
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Hong Kong Jockey Club x Simon Ma Scarf
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HK$360
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Hong Kong Jockey Club x Simon Ma Metal Key Chain
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HK$78
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Lucky Bag (Deluxe) (gift content value over HK$900)
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HK$398
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Lucky Bag (gift content value over HK$600)
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HK$298
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Wallet
Material: Genuine Leather
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HK$360
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Handbag
Material: Genuine Leather
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HK$680
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Tote Bag
Material: Genuine Leather
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HK$880
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Hobo Bag
Material: Genuine Leather
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HK$880
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Free admission for visitors
Sha Tin Racecourse will open to the public at 10:30 am on the CNY Raceday. Visitors to Hong Kong will be able to enter the Public Enclosure free of charge with a valid travel document to experience the thrilling sporting action.
Free shuttle bus service from temples to Racecourse
From 10:15 am onwards, free shuttle buses to the Racecourse will be provided from Wong Tai Sin Temple, the most popular venue for New Year worshippers.
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Date:
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Saturday 21 February
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Time:
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10:15 am – 2:45 pm
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Pick-up Points:
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Ching Tak Street, Wong Tai Sin (MTR Station Exit D2)
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Please refer to promotional materials and terms & conditions for details. For enquiries, call HKJC's Customer Hotline 1817 or visit www.hkjc.com. All racegoers must be 18 or above.
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Photo 1:
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This Chinese New Year Raceday has always been Hong Kong's most popular horse racing event of all.
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Photo 2
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Photo 3:
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mobile phone stand
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Photo 4
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Photo 5:
24K gold plated ornament
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Photo 6:
Deep-fried Dumplings stuffed with Black Truffle, Mixed Mushrooms and Vegetables, served with Black Truffle Dip
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Photo 7:
Deep -fried Potato Cakes with Diced Air-dried Chinese Sausage
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Photo 8:
Deep-fried Scallops with Shrimp Mousse on Toast
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Photo 9:
Stir-fried Shrimps & Asparagus in Steamed Pumpkin, served with Vegetables Rice
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Photo 10:
Pot of Fortune served with Steamed Rice
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Photo 11:
Braised Lamb Shank with Chu Hou Sauce, served with Steamed Rice
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Photo 12:
Tossed Assorted Noodles with Salmon, Kimchi, Dried Fish, Egg, Cucumber, Tomato, Bell Pepper and Korean Chilli Paste
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Photo 13:
Red Dates, Longan & Egg Sweet Soup
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