ENGLISH TEXTS horses to move freely between Hong Kong and mainland China . This is a considerable advance that benefits the entire horseracing industry . We plan to hold the first races at Conghua in April 2026 , then regular meetings from October 2026 , taking into account the specific climatic conditions . Conghua is much more than just a racecourse . It is a destination that will offer entertainment and equestrian events throughout the year . We are going to create a visitor centre that is unique in the world , using cutting-edge technology to showcase the world of horseracing . Conghua is part of a wider ecosystem and will contribute to the economic development of the region “.
Betting in China “ For the moment , in China , there are sports lotteries , on basketball and football . In a document on the national development of the equine industry by 2025 , published by the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Sport , a paragraph mentions that a sports lottery on horseracing could be considered . Lottery is the name used , but it could be a skill-based bet , like a trifecta , for example “.
PAGE 111 KaYingRising and Sprintstory . © Hong Kong Jockey Club
PAGE 112 Sha Tin fills up every weekend with a growing number of “ racing tourists “ from China . © Hong Kong Jockey Club
PAGE 114 Among the development projects for the Sha Tin racecourse is the prominent opening of Pony World , an outdoor space for families , with a few sketches shown here . © Hong Kong Jockey Club
PAGE 117 In addition to leading the Hong Kong Jockey Club since 2007 , Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges is one of the leaders in international horse racing . © Hong Kong Jockey Club
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HENRI BOZO
He is one of the key figures at the highest level , whether it ’ s in the fields for breeding , around the ring for sales or trackside for races . Henri Bozo shares his off-the-track favorites :
A HORSE SOTTSASS “ who fulfilled my dream of the Arc “
A RESTAURANT LABUCHE Les Arcs 1 600 , 73700 Bourg-Saint-Maurice
“ I love the mountains in both winter and summer “
A RACECOURSE DEAUVILLE “ an easy-going racecourse full of memories “
A MUSEUM LA PISCINE 23 rue de l ’ Esperance , 59100 Roubaix
A PAINTER GUSTAVE GUILLAUMET
PAGE 113 The jockeys riding in Hong Kong are under the authority of the Club . They willingly take part in all the events they are invited to . © Hong Kong Jockey Club
A SINGER BONO
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