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Royal Ascot needs Ka Ying Rising, but the world’s best horse certainly does not need it

Royal Ascot needs Ka Ying Rising, but the world’s best horse certainly does not need it

There is a very simple fact that doesn’t seem as though European racing fans can accept – Ka Ying Rising does not need Royal Ascot, Royal Ascot needs him. Not just the world’s best sprinter any more, David Hayes’ all-conquering speedster is outright the world’s best horse according to Longines World’s Best Racehorse Rankings for the first four months of the year. 4lb clear of Romantic Warrior, another Hong Kong superstar, it is fair to say we are in the golden age of Hong Kong horses and...

Ka Ying Rising Poised for Rating Surge After Record-Breaking Hong Kong Champions Day

Sports·4/27/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising Poised for Rating Surge After Record-Breaking Hong Kong Champions Day

Ka Ying Rising's 20th consecutive victory in the Group One Chairman's Sprint Prize has positioned the Hong Kong champion sprinter for a rating surge to at least 130 in the next Longines World’s Best Racehorse Rankings. The David Hayes-trained superstar, currently rated 128 as the world's highest-rated horse, broke track records in both the Sprint Cup and Chairman's Sprint Prize, prompting Jockey Club officials to predict he will surpass his current mark when the interim rankings release on May 14.

Zac Purton pursues Happy Valley hat-trick with Giant Ballon following historic day at Sha Tin

Zac Purton pursues Happy Valley hat-trick with Giant Ballon following historic day at Sha Tin

A record-extending 20th consecutive victory for Ka Ying Rising on Sunday has left jockey Zac Purton with nothing but admiration for the world’s highest-rated sprinter. The David Hayes-trained superstar broke his own track record in the Chairman’s Sprint Prize (1,200m), knocking 0.02 seconds off the previous mark to secure his ninth Group One win, taking his prize money to more than HK$150 million. “Well, he’s just a real-life unicorn, isn’t he?” Purton said. “It’s amazing to be a part of the...

Ka Ying Rising Extends Record Winning Streak to 20 With Track Record at Happy Valley

4/27/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising Extends Record Winning Streak to 20 With Track Record at Happy Valley

Ka Ying Rising secured a record-extending 20th consecutive victory in the Chairman's Sprint Prize (1,200m) at Happy Valley, breaking his own track record by 0.02 seconds. The David Hayes-trained superstar claimed his ninth Group One win, taking his prize money to over HK$150 million. Jockey Zac Purton described the world's highest-rated sprinter as a 'real-life unicorn' and expressed how surreal it is to be part of the story.

Record Sha Tin crowd as Ka Ying Rising extends win streak on Champions Day

4/26/2026AI summary

Record Sha Tin crowd as Ka Ying Rising extends win streak on Champions Day

A record Sha Tin crowd for FWD Champions Day saw Ka Ying Rising win for the 20th time, with 40,000 attendees and HK$1.8 billion turnover (up 18.3%). HKJC chief Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges called it among the best race meetings in Hong Kong, as Hwasa performed and visitors from Japan joined locals to enjoy the day’s racing and festivities.

Hong Kong Dominates FWD Champions Day at Sha Tin

4/26/2026AI summary

Hong Kong Dominates FWD Champions Day at Sha Tin

Hong Kong horses swept the Group One races at Sha Tin on Sunday, with Ka Ying Rising setting a new track record in the Chairman’s Sprint Prize, marking his 20th consecutive victory.

David Hayes hails Ka Ying Rising ‘one of the best horses I’ve ever seen’ after Chairman’s Sprint Prize romp

David Hayes hails Ka Ying Rising ‘one of the best horses I’ve ever seen’ after Chairman’s Sprint Prize romp

David Hayes hailed Ka Ying Rising “one of the best horses I’ve ever seen” and “one of the all-time greats” after the champion sprinter smashed his own track record again in a 20th consecutive victory in Sunday’s Group One Chairman’s Sprint Prize (1,200m). Extending his record win streak with consummate ease, Ka Ying Rising exploded clear to beat Japan’s top sprinter Satono Reve by four-and-a-quarter lengths in 1:07.10 – 0.02 seconds quicker than his track record set earlier this month. “In the...

Ka Ying Rising Extends Unbeaten Streak to 20 at FWD Champions Day in Hong Kong

4/26/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising Extends Unbeaten Streak to 20 at FWD Champions Day in Hong Kong

Ka Ying Rising extended his unbeaten streak to 20 consecutive victories by winning the Chairman's Sprint Prize at FWD Champions Day in Hong Kong, while Romantic Warrior made history by claiming the FWD Insurance Queen Elizabeth II Cup for the fourth time. The event at Sha Tin Racecourse featured performances by K-pop star Hwasa of MAMAMOO and local singer Pakho Chau, attracting tourists from Japan and fans eager to see the Korean artist.

Ka Ying Rising Extends Record with 20th Victory in Chairman's Sprint Prize at Sha Tin

4/26/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising Extends Record with 20th Victory in Chairman's Sprint Prize at Sha Tin

Ka Ying Rising secured a record-extending 20th victory at Sha Tin on Sunday, breaking his own previous mark by 0.02 seconds to set a new record time of one minute 07.10 seconds. Ridden by Zac Purton and trained by David Hayes, the world's highest-rated sprinter won by four and a quarter lengths ahead of Satono Reve, with his prize money now exceeding HK$150 million.

Ka Ying Rising and Romantic Warrior Headline FWD Champions Day at Sha Tin

Sports·4/25/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising and Romantic Warrior Headline FWD Champions Day at Sha Tin

Ka Ying Rising and Romantic Warrior, the world's top two ranked racehorses, headline Sunday's FWD Champions Day at Sha Tin. Ka Ying Rising targets a record 20th consecutive victory in the Group One Chairman's Sprint Prize, while Romantic Warrior seeks a fourth QEII Cup win against Japanese star Masquerade Ball and French raider Sosie. The HK$30 million QEII Cup features a blockbuster clash between the world's highest-earning racehorse and the highest-rated international raider ever to compete in Hong Kong.

Hugh Bowman Plots Helios Express Strategy for Ka Ying Rising Showdown at Sha Tin

Sports·4/25/2026AI summary

Hugh Bowman Plots Helios Express Strategy for Ka Ying Rising Showdown at Sha Tin

Hugh Bowman has accepted that finishing second behind Ka Ying Rising is the best Helios Express can achieve as the champion sprinter targets a record-extending 20th consecutive victory in Sunday's Group One Chairman's Sprint Prize (1,200m) at Sha Tin. The Australian jockey revealed he learned from his mistake in December when he briefly thought he could beat Ka Ying Rising, resulting in Helios Express finishing fifth. Bowman is more optimistic about his chances aboard My Wish in the Champions Mile, believing the horse's exceptional turn of foot gives him a winning chance.

Ka Ying Rising and Romantic Warrior Head Into FWD Champions Day With Record Targets

Sports·4/23/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising and Romantic Warrior Head Into FWD Champions Day With Record Targets

Ka Ying Rising aims for a 20th consecutive victory in the Group One Chairman's Sprint Prize while Romantic Warrior bids for a fourth QEII Cup win at Sunday's FWD Champions Day in Sha Tin. The world's two highest-rated horses in the 2026 Longines rankings will face international competition in what trainers call the strongest QEII Cup in decades.

Bunta Baby Eyes Happy Valley Hat-Trick as Badel Plots Big Weekend

Sports·4/21/2026AI summary

Bunta Baby Eyes Happy Valley Hat-Trick as Badel Plots Big Weekend

Jockey Alexis Badel is confident Bunta Baby can secure a Happy Valley hat-trick in Wednesday's Kalanchoe Handicap despite drawing barrier 11, praising the Manfred Man-trained gelding's versatility and good form. The Frenchman then partners Beauty Waves in Sunday's Group One Chairman's Sprint Prize against Ka Ying Rising at Sha Tin, with Badel noting the Tony Cruz-trained horse's stronger recent form at the Valley. Australian jockey Ethan Brown makes his Hong Kong debut with seven rides across the card.

Ka Ying Rising ‘looks unbeatable’ but Comanche Brave camp optimistic of giving him a race

Ka Ying Rising ‘looks unbeatable’ but Comanche Brave camp optimistic of giving him a race

Comanche Brave will be giving it his best shot when he faces the mammoth task of tackling the world’s best sprinter Ka Ying Rising in the Group One Chairman’s Sprint Prize (1,200m) at Sha Tin on Sunday. The Donnacha O’Brien-trained Irish galloper is yet to win in Group company, but he has been a consistent operator in the grade and heads to Hong Kong on the back of some career-best runs. A winner at Naas four starts ago, he then rattled through the line to finish third in the Group Two Solonaway...

Ka Ying Rising eyes record 20th straight win amid weather concerns

Sports·4/20/2026AI summary

Ka Ying Rising eyes record 20th straight win amid weather concerns

David Hayes remains confident Ka Ying Rising can extend his winning streak to 20 in Sunday's Group One Chairman's Sprint Prize despite weather concerns. The champion sprinter, currently atop the Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings for 2026, has proven wet track credentials having won in heavy rain. Hong Kong Observatory forecasts showers through Saturday but clearing by Sunday.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Considers Moving Major Race to Conghua for Ka Ying Rising

Sports·4/13/2026AI summary

Hong Kong Jockey Club Considers Moving Major Race to Conghua for Ka Ying Rising

The Hong Kong Jockey Club is exploring a proposal to move the Group Two Jockey Club Sprint to Conghua, mainland China, in November, potentially featuring the world's top sprinter Ka Ying Rising. This would be a significant event for racing in mainland China.