Zac Purton needs 2 wins to reach 2,000 Hong Kong victories, with 8 chances at Happy Valley on Wednesday, including rides on Honest Witness and Armor Golden Eagle.
Zac Purton moved to within 10 wins of a record 2,000 victories in Hong Kong thanks to a double aboard Invictus Dragon and Smart Avenue at Sha Tin on Saturday. Purton currently sits on 1,990 wins in the city after breaking Douglas Whyte’s all-time record of 1,813 victories last season. The eight-time Hong Kong champion jockey celebrated a century of wins for the 10th consecutive campaign, and 11th total time, less than three weeks ago. Invictus Dragon secured the first leg of the double when...
Douglas Whyte dominated Happy Valley with a treble on Wednesday night, highlighted by Giant Ballon who secured a hat-trick in the Class Three Busan Handicap (1,200m). Gameplayer Elite and Find My Love completed a three-timer for the trainer, who only sent out a handful of runners at the city circuit. “We’ve only had five runners and three winners – it’s been a great night. The Valley has always been a special place for me, more so as a trainer than as a jockey. It’s vibrant, tactical and leaves...
Zac Purton celebrated a century of wins for the 10th consecutive Hong Kong season when Gold Patch dug deep to win the Class Three Enabling Professionals To Flourish For Their Charge Handicap (1200m) at Sha Tin on Sunday. The eight-time Hong Kong champion jockey and Australian Racing Hall of Famer secured the milestone for the 11th time courtesy of a double after also winning on Absolute Honour. Purton currently sits on 1,978 Hong Kong wins after breaking Douglas Whyte’s all-time record of 1,813...
