About the Hong Kong International Races
The Hong Kong International Races (HKIR) brings together elite thoroughbreds, leading jockeys and trainers from around the world for one of the most prestigious fixtures on the international racing calendar. Held annually at Sha Tin Racecourse, the event features four Group 1 contests across distances from 1200m to 2400m, showcasing world-class competition across sprint, mile and middle-distance racing.
Group 1 · 1200m
Hong Kong Sprint
Contested over 1200m at Sha Tin, the Hong Kong Sprint brings together some of the world’s fastest thoroughbreds in a high-intensity test of speed and acceleration. As one of the four Group 1 highlights of the Hong Kong International Races, it has become an important international stage for elite sprinters, with Hong Kong’s leading speedsters regularly taking on challengers from overseas.
2025 Winner
Ka Ying Rising
Group 1 · 1600m
Hong Kong Mile
Run over 1600m at Sha Tin, the Hong Kong Mile brings together elite milers in a contest where speed, tactical positioning and a strong finishing kick are equally important. The race has become a major international benchmark for the distance, with Hong Kong’s leading milers regularly facing accomplished challengers from overseas.
2025 Winner
Voyage Bubble
Group 1 · 2000m
Hong Kong Cup
Contested over 2000m at Sha Tin, the Hong Kong Cup is the richest of the four Group 1 races at the Hong Kong International Races. Combining tactical speed with middle-distance stamina, it attracts elite international competitors and has produced some of the meeting’s most memorable performances.
2025 Winner
Romantic Warrior
Group 1 · 2400m
Hong Kong Vase
Run over 2400m at Sha Tin, the Hong Kong Vase is the longest of the four Group 1 contests at the Hong Kong International Races. A test of stamina, balance and finishing strength, the race has traditionally attracted accomplished international middle-distance and staying horses, adding a distinctly global dimension to the meeting.