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Trainer Michael Sik leads a small group of running enthusiasts around the outer track at Happy Valley Racecourse. Photo: Chieu Luu
Hong Kong Marathon

Runners who missed out on Hong Kong Marathon complete Happy Valley ‘invitational’

With almost half of applicants unable to get a spot in Sunday’s event, a few do the next best thing – it’s still running, organiser says.

Hong Kong courts

Domestic helper gets 5 months’ jail in Hong Kong for abusing 11-month-old baby

Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong auxiliary policeman charged over alleged indecent act in taxi

Hong Kong property

Happy Valley nano flats rival The Peak as Hong Kong’s rent squeeze deepens

A rush of students, young professionals and new arrivals is pushing per-square-foot rents for Happy Valley nano flats towards The Peak territory.

The Unit, a 117 sq ft nano flat in Happy Valley. Photo: Handout
Crime in Hong Kong

Helper arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly stealing HK$520,000 from employer

Employer living in luxury Happy Valley flat finds money missing and suspects helper.

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Interiors

A family home that celebrates imperfection, memory and grandma’s ceramics

As young parents, the founders of Hong Kong interior design studio Lim + Lu have experienced a shift in outlook and style.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong developer Great Eagle’s executives jointly acquire US$1.5 million flat

Rising Thrive, an entity linked to Great Eagle’s executives, bought a 773 sq ft flat in Grand Mayfair in Kam Tin South.

An illustration of Grand Mayfair II. A three-bedroom unit at the project sold for nearly HK$12 million to Rising Thrive Limited, among whose directors is a son of Great Eagle chairman Lo Ka-shui. Photo: Handout
First Mention

And they’re off! When Hong Kong’s Happy Valley got night racing in 1973

Floodlights transformed the city’s racecourse, drawing crowds that spilled from the track onto balconies, car parks and jammed streets.

Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Bank COO pays US$5.14 million for Happy Valley luxury flat

The transaction reflects a meaningful rebound in Hong Kong’s residential property segment, especially in high-end real estate.

Hong Kong racing

About 20,000 pack into Happy Valley to soak in final day of horse racing season

Many younger attendees choose to not bet on Happy Wednesday, which has a theme of ‘Music Festival’ over the past five weeks.

Happy Wednesday at Happy Valley featured live bands, DJs and a fireworks display. Photo: Kenneth Chan.
Hong Kong racing

Son Pak Fu handed chance to chase eighth Valley 1,200m success in loaded Class Two

With Glory Elite out because of a tendon injury, Tony Cruz’s city-circuit specialist enters the fray.

Son Pak Fu salutes under Matthew Chadwick at Happy Valley in February. Photo: Kenneth Chan
Crime in Hong Kong

Helper arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly stealing HK$300,000 of cash, jewellery

Second time in three days that a domestic helper has been arrested for allegedly stealing from an employer.

Crime in Hong Kong

Helper arrested in Hong Kong for allegedly stealing HK$203,000 from boss

Woman detained hours after 63-year-old female employer reported alleged theft at The Leighton Hill in Happy Valley.

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Hong Kong racing

Bentley targets Valley bullseye before G1s: ‘he’s one I’m really looking forward to’

British jockey confident Young Arrow is ready to win in Wednesday night’s Class Three Ma Wan Handicap (1,200m).

Harry Bentley returns to the applause of the Happy Valley crowd after a recent winner. Photo: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Mr Ascendency handles quick backup to clinch double for Yiu at Happy Valley

Five days after a strong second at Sha Tin, evergreen galloper strikes at city circuit to hand veteran handler a brace.

Mr Ascendency storms home under Luke Ferraris to score at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Bullish Bentley hopes Group Three winner can leave Valley rivals Feeling blue

Helene Feeling headlines the Englishman’s eight-strong book of rides on Wednesday night.

From our archives

Recap | Hong Kong building disasters, from an inferno to construction site tragedies

These were some of Hong Kong’s most tragic construction disasters, from the 1918 Happy Valley racecourse inferno to deadly lift crashes, highlighting the critical need for improved safety standards.

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Hong Kong racing

Ng books Barzalona for Classic Mile ride and celebrates much-needed Valley win

Trainer confirms star Frenchman will partner Johannes Brahms in the first leg of the four-year-old series.

Mickael Barzalona celebrates his International Jockeys’ Championship win with Pierre Ng (left). Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Purton breaks Whyte’s all-time record for HK wins at the Valley

Australian superstar surpasses South African champion’s benchmark for most victories by a jockey in the city.

Hong Kong Jockey Club

SCMP Best Bets: Purton's return a pleasant Sight for punters at Happy Valley

Hong Kong racing

Whyte pays tribute to Purton as history awaits at the Valley

South African legend says there’s ‘no better person to take it over’ as Australian champion chases down all-time record.

Jockey Zac Purton is on the verge of breaking the all-time Hong Kong win record set by Douglas Whyte (second from right). Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Fresh off 166-1 Valley double, Eustace enters HK’s Group One picture

Trainer will tick off another little milestone in his career in the city when he saddles up Victor The Winner this Sunday.

Trainer David Eustace heads to Sha Tin on Sunday in top form. Photo: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Purton just four wins off breaking Whyte’s record after Valley double

Victories aboard Kasa Papa and Bottomuptogether help champion jockey inch closer to all-time Hong Kong benchmark.

Hong Kong racing

Shum soars to championship lead with January Cup highlighting Valley four-timer

Helene Feeling’s victory in city circuit’s sole Group race crowns veteran handler’s big night.

Hong Kong racing

Lor chases January Cup hat-trick with trio: ‘he loves Happy Valley’

Trainer bids to continue his recent dominance in the city circuit’s sole Group race on Wednesday.

Frankie Lor runs Happy Together, Money Catcher and Flamingo Trillion in Wednesday’s feature. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Purton has Boxing Day to remember with season-best six-timer at the Valley

Champion jockey continues pursuit of Douglas Whyte’s all-time record with a phenomenal display at city circuit.

Zac Purton is all smiles after landing a record-equalling six Happy Valley wins on Boxing Day. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Hayes backs Happy Valley’s Boxing Day bonanza

Trainer saddles up six runners on the expanded card, which is believed to be the first 10-race night meeting at the city circuit.

Hong Kong racing

Atzeni looks to maintain strong Happy Valley form: ‘They’re all chances’

Italian takes a strong book of seven rides to the city circuit on Wednesday night.

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