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LONGINES International Jockeys' Championship reigns supreme at King of the Valley

05/12/2016

Happy Valley is in the international spotlight again this Wednesday (7 December) when the world's top jockeys will battle it out for the 19th edition of the LONGINES International Jockeys' Championship (Photo 1).  The electric atmosphere at Happy Valley on the LONGINES IJC night is complemented with an amazing pyrotechnics display and an array of fun activities. Fans who vote for their favourite International Jockey stand the chance to win a Samsung 55" SUHD Quantum Dot TV valued at HK$29,980.

Share beers and cheers in the ever-popular Beer Garden
Join with friends and enjoy the special International Cheering Party in the Happy Valley Beer Garden on 7 December. Fans can have a trackside view of the racing action as well as the chance to enjoy a huge array of attractions.

  • See an amazing pyrotechnics display during the Opening Ceremony after Race 3, when the 12 participating jockeys will greet the fans
  • Join "Vote For Your Favourite International Jockey", with a Samsung 55" SUHD Quantum Dot TV valued at HK$29,980 offered as the grand prize
  • Famous Australian singer-songwriter Jimmy Cupples will perform songs live with his band – including the Happy Wednesday theme song
  • Interact with Racing ambassadors in colourful costumes in the Beer Garden
  • Indulge in a wide selection of culinary treats at trackside International Food Booths, with specialty dishes including Duck Confit & Chestnut Tart (Photo 2), Chinese BBQ Spring Rolls (Photo 3) and Sakura Shrimp Potato Quiche (Photo 4)

For reservations of The Gallery and adrenaline, please call 1817 (24-hour hotline).

Nine races have been scheduled for the evening. The opening race will start at 6:30 pm.   The four-leg LONGINES IJC will comprise races 4, 5, 7 and 8.  The trophy presentation will be held on the turf immediately after the completion of the final leg.

For enquiries, please call the Club's Customer Service Hotline on 1817.  For terms and conditions of event, please refer to event theme site or visit www.hkjc.com.  All racegoers must be aged 18 or above.


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