Topic / Joao Moreira

A happy Joao Moreira after a winner at Sha Tin last month. Photos: Kenneth Chan

HKIR: Moreira talks up Japanese raiders on flying Hong Kong trip

The Brazilian is back in the territory permanently as of Sunday and is confident he can get his new stint off to a strong start

4 Dec 2018

Joao Moreira hugs wife Taciana after winning the 2017 Hong Kong Derby. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Hong Kong move excites Moreira’s family: ‘I promised my wife she could choose’

19 Nov 2018 - 5:24 PM

Joao Moreira is all smiles after Raging Storm’s victory. Photos: Kenneth Chan

From cheers to boos and back again – welcome home Joao

18 Nov 2018 - 11:00 PM

Joao Moreira wins the Group Two Jockey Club Sprint on Hot King Prawn. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Moreira declares long-term plans after returning to Hong Kong with a bang

18 Nov 2018 - 8:41 PM

Joao Moreira celebrates a winner with the fans at Sha Tin. Photos: Kenneth Chan

The Magic Man is back: Jockey Club gives Moreira green light to return

17 Nov 2018 - 10:25 AM

Joao Moreira rides Hot King Prawn in a barrier trial on April 25, 2017. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Joao Moreira takes ride on boom sprinter Hot King Prawn

9 Nov 2018 - 12:46 PM

Jockeys Douglas Whyte and Joao Moreira share a moment after the Brazilian’s last race in Hong Kong. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Bring it on Joao: Douglas Whyte says the more competition, the better

16 Oct 2018 - 5:36 PM 4

John Size and Joao Moreira celebrate a winner. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Joao Moreira poised to make stunning return to Hong Kong

15 Oct 2018 - 5:16 PM 3

Jockey Zac Purton (left) says not everyone will be pleased if Joao Moreira (right) returns. Photos: Kenneth Chan

If Moreira returns to Hong Kong, locals will lose out: Purton

12 Oct 2018 - 1:20 PM 2

Jockey Joao Moreira studies. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Moreira fails to secure Japan licence, door ajar for Hong Kong return?

11 Oct 2018 - 3:21 PM 1

Zac Purton (left) and Joao Moreira duke out another finish. Photo: Kenneth Chan

Purton vs Moreira: the rivalry that captivated Hong Kong racing

14 Jul 2018 - 5:45 PM

Zac Purton collects his fourth winner of the day with Patch Baby. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Four-all: Purton and Moreira trade blows in titanic battle at Sha Tin

8 Jul 2018 - 10:47 PM

Umberto Rispoli gives Cruising a pat after winning at Sha Tin on Sunday. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Umberto Rispoli

Cruising steals the spotlight as Joao Moreira closes the gap in title race

1 Jul 2018 - 9:30 PM

Joao Moreira guides Conte to victory. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Rising stars could decide heavyweight Jockey Challenge battle

23 Jun 2018 - 8:27 PM

A focused Joao Moreira at trackwork on Friday morning. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Joao Moreira has ‘no regrets’ about decision that rocked Hong Kong racing

9 Jun 2018 - 3:15 PM

Joao Moreira is heading for Japan at the end of the season. Photos: Kenneth Chan

‘He’s made me better’: Purton pays tribute to outgoing arch-rival Moreira

8 Jun 2018 - 7:03 PM

Joao Moreira. Photos: Kenneth Chan

Winners and losers from Joao Moreira’s decision to leave Hong Kong

8 Jun 2018 - 12:21 PM

Joao Moreira will leave Hong Kong race at the end of the season to begin a new career in Japan. Photos: Kenneth Chan

‘Magic Man’ Joao Moreira quits Hong Kong for Japan in shock move

7 Jun 2018 - 10:25 PM 3