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The ARF flag is passed from Hong Kong to India, which will become the host country for the 36th Asian Racing Conference. From right: Secretary-General of the ARF Andrew Harding; HKJC Chairman T. Brian Stevenson; New ARF Chairman and HKJC CEO Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges; and Chairman of the Turf Authority of India Vivek Jain.

Hong Kong passes torch to India as Asian Racing Conference ends with a change of leadership

Hong Kong passes the flag to India as historic Asian Racing Conference closes with announcement of HKJC CEO as new Chairman of the Asian Racing Federation

Asian Racing Conference delegates hear about horse racing’s biggest events

High-profile speakers call for international cooperation to battle corruption in sport at Asian Racing Conference

Horseracing is leading the field when it comes to integrity and fighting corruption in almost all sports world-wide, but there is no room for complacency and, in an ever-changing technological landscape, international cooperation must be the way forward. That was the message from the 35th Asian Racing Conference this morning when a panel of experts delivered presentations in a plenary session titled: ‘Sport Integrity: racing as the frontrunner’.

Panel speaker Mark Warby QC from the UK shares his views and opinion about racing integrity in the session.

World Racing’s biggest shows in the spotlight on final day of Asian Racing Conference

The final morning of the 35th Asian Racing Conference, 8 May, opened appropriately in the Grand Hall of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, as delegates were treated to video presentations of many of the world’s great race meetings – under the banner: ‘Big Events – Today and Tomorrow’.

Literary legends tell Asian Racing Conference that the charisma of the horse can connect racing to popular culture

Bill Barich, lead writer for the HBO racing series Luck, and best-selling author Don Watson drew a rapt assembly of delegates to this afternoon’s plenary session, titled: ‘Connecting racing with popular culture’, at the 35th Asian Racing Conference, held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.

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Conference delegates worldwide urged to improve connection with their customers

The innovative customer engagement strategy of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) took centre stage at the 35th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) yesterday. Richard Cheung, the Club’s Executive Director, Customer and Marketing, told delegates that the Club was utilising new technology within a clear strategy in order to meet customer expectations, and noted the fundamental principle that “the experience is key.”

HKJC’s Executive Director of Customer and Marketing, Richard Cheung, chairs the session entitled ‘Connecting with the Customer’ at the 35th ARC

Hong Kong Jockey Club’s model for success outlined at Asian Racing Conference’s ‘Industry Profiles’ session

The latest session of the 35th Asian Racing Conference this afternoon at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre informed delegates that Hong Kong horseracing is looking ahead with confidence as customer participation and turnover continue to grow, while in Japan, the JRA (Japan Racing Association) is innovating to offset the effects of a “greying society”.

Racing industry urged to ‘immerse’ viewers in the sport at Asian Racing Conference

Television industry leaders Joerg Heise and Gary Burns, keynote speakers at today’s ‘Cutting Edge Technology in Sports TV’ session at the Asian Racing Conference, entertained and informed a large audience with the latest innovations in sports broadcasting – some of which may potentially be applied to horse racing.

HKJC’s Richard Cheung tells ARC that customer connection is vital to growth

The second day of the 35th Asian Racing Conference commenced this morning (7 May) with Mr Richard Cheung, the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Executive Director, Customer and Marketing, delivering a presentation detailing HKJC’s mould-breaking customer engagement.

Richard Cheung, Executive Director, Customer and Marketing of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, presents his views to all attending delegates.

Sustainability is vital for both existing and new racecourses, experts tell the Asian Racing Conference

Mimi Cunningham, Director of Human Resources and Sustainability at the Hong Kong Jockey Club, and Koji Katsumi, Head of Environmental Measures at the Japan Racing Association, explained to delegates at the 35th Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong that conserving precious resources by a whole range of initiatives is already part of racecourses’ daily operations.

Mrs Mimi Cunningham, Director of Human Resources and Sustainability of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, speaks in the session.

Racing Authorities have the conviction to enforce stringent drug rules

Mr Louis Romanet, Chairman of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities (IFHA) reaffirmed his organisation's commitment to horse welfare and medication control today, May 6, at the session titled ‘Fair Competition and Drug Control’ at the 35th Asian Racing Conference in Hong Kong.

Horse racing brings huge community values, Government officials reaffirmed

Matthew Cheung, Secretary for Labour and Welfare of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), delivered a keynote address at the 35th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) in which he emphasised the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC)’s “sterling contribution” to the Hong Kong community.

Hong Kong’s Secretary for Labour and Welfare and former Premier of Victoria highlight horseracing’s positive contribution to the community

The Hon Matthew Cheung Kin-chung, Secretary for Labour and Welfare of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, delivers a speech in the conference’s plenary session “The Community Impact” of horse racing today.

International movement of horses boosted and more can be achieved

Panel Chairman and speaker Dr Brian Stewart, Head of Equine Welfare and Veterinary Services of Racing Victoria Limited, gives his addresses in this session.

Hong Kong Jockey Club CEO chairs presentation on wagering as racing’s lifeblood at opening session of the 35th Asian Racing Conference

Hong Kong hailed as “global giant”
at opening of 35th Asian Racing Conference

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International Stewards’ Conference confirms progress on ‘big issues’

The 5th International Stewards’ Conference was conducted today, 5 May, at Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong, in conjunction with the 35th Asian Racing Conference. Chaired by Mr. Kim Kelly, the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Chief Stipendiary Steward, the conference was attended by 71 delegates representing 28 racing jurisdictions.

Kim Kelly, Chief Stipendiary Steward of the Hong Kong Jockey Club (right), chairs the International Stewards’ Conference today. Yoshihiro Nakamura, Chief Steward of the Japan Racing Association (centre), also presents a report in the session.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Racecourse Operations Seminar draws huge response

On the eve of the 35th Asian Racing Conference, the outstanding reputation of the Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Racing Operations team resulted in an enormous turnout from across the world for the first ever Racecourse Operations Seminar today, held at Sha Tin racecourse in Hong Kong.

Executive Council of IFHA meets for the first time ever at an Asian Racing Conference

Hong Kong leads the way at 35th Asian Racing Conference

The 35th Asian Racing Conference held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre starts today, with an opening ceremony and gala dinner officiated by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), Leung Chun-ying.

To mark Hong Kong’s hosting of the Asian Racing Conference for the third time, three life-size horse statues were set up at popular Hong Kong landmark Golden Bauhinia Square.

Racing Industry Summit held in Hong Kong for first time since Handover 35th Asian Racing Conference - 5-8 May at HKCEC

To mark the celebration of Hong Kong is hosting the 35th Asian Racing Conference, three life size horse statues are pictured at Hong Kong popular landmark the Golden Bauhinia Square and Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre as background.
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