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Luke Ferraris

The latest news and updates on Luke Ferraris, a professional jockey from a distinguished racing family, having grown up in Hong Kong before training at the South African Jockey Academy. He was twice crowned champion apprentice in South Africa and achieved a significant milestone by winning the South African Triple Crown with Malmoos in 2021, a feat accomplished by only a few jockeys. Ferraris has also secured multiple Group 1 victories, including the Cape Town Met. Now a prominent figure in Hong Kong racing, he reached 100 wins there by late 2024, demonstrating his skill and tactical riding expertise.

Luke Ferraris

Hayes looks to bridge Classic Mile drought with Akashvani and Public Attention

Trainer’s two runners have drawn low barriers for the first leg of the Classic Series at Sha Tin.

The HK Racing Postscript: who’s hot, who’s not and the best of January

Chadwick excited to reunite with Cosmo in Mile: ‘he’ll be in with a shout’

David Hayes ends nightmare week on a high as Money Catcher rolls back the years

China Win secures a poignant win for the top trainer, whose family stables were rocked by a bushfire this week in Australia.

My Wish swap a disappointing call that highlights brutal reality jockeys can face

The rising star’s owners announced a change to Alexis Badel from regular rider Luke Ferraris earlier this week.

Badel gets My Wish call-up for the Stewards’ Cup as owners make switch

Mark Newnham’s stable star will have a change of rider for the Group One race on January 25.

Size continues surge as Endued and Raging Rapids bring up Sha Tin double

The 13-time champion trainer has now won with six of his last 31 runners as he climbs the table.

Ferraris bags birthday winner as Mount Everest scales new heights at Sha Tin

South African jockey guides David Eustace’s Happy Boss to a thrilling victory.

Eustace ‘looking forward’ to Sha Tin chances as he assembles strong squad

The British handler unleashes Greater Bae and Happy Boss, a pair of eye-catching runners from their last starts.

Warrior set for smooth Cup passage as Ka Ying draws one for the first time

While aware of the risks that come with jumping from the inside alley, trainer David Hayes is happy to ‘trust the horse’.

Two decades after father David’s HKIR success, Ferraris dreams of his own glory

The rising star partners leading hope My Wish in Sunday’s Group One Hong Kong Mile at Sha Tin.

Whyte hopes last-start winner can get rolling again: ‘He’s a very nice horse’

After recovering from knee surgery, Celestial Hero races for the first time this season at Happy Valley on Wednesday night.

Bowman banks on in-form Radiance to boost bid for IJC berth

Australian ace aims to jump Luke Ferraris for one of the final two positions in Happy Valley’s coveted contest next month.

My Wish continues to thrive: ‘I think on present form, he’s the one to beat’

Championship-leading trainer expects his emerging star to strengthen his Group One Hong Kong Mile credentials again on Sunday.

Ferraris hoping to be Happy Valley King on Wednesday as he chases IJC berth

The 23-year-old is locked in a tussle for a slot at next month’s coveted competition.

Eustace wheels out big guns at Sha Tin: ‘His first-up run was excellent’

Massive Sovereign tackles the Group Three Sa Sa Ladies’ Purse (1,800m), while Victor The Winner and Light Years Charm headline Sunday’s Class Two.

Moreira and Lemaire return to IJC line-up, while injured Moore remains a chance

Reigning champion Mickael Barzalona, Kiwi gun James McDonald, William Buick, Hollie Doyle, Rachel King and Umberto Rispoli complete a superstar overseas cast.

Purton fires in Valley treble as Bowman, Shum and Whyte bag doubles

Champion jockey leads the way with a three-timer at the city circuit’s only day meeting of the season.

The HK Racing Postscript: who’s hot, who’s not and the best of October

Zac Purton and Mark Newnham were the star performers of the month, while three jockeys and a pair of trainers were winless.

Newnham charges into six-win lead in trainers’ premiership with double

The 57-year-old pulls further clear of Caspar Fownes, while Lyle Hewitson rides a birthday winner.

Brazilian G1 winner Sagacious Life upstages hot field in sensational HK debut

Pierre Ng’s import surges into Classic Series contention with an upset win at $33.65 in the Class Two Panasonic Cup at Sha Tin.

Who wins at Sha Tin? The Heir can be crowned on Sunday

Owen Goulding runs through his selections ahead of a bumper Group Two card.

Purton sails past 1,900 HK wins while Newnham clicks up another gear

Superstar jockey ticks off yet another milestone while the in-form trainer bags his first treble of the year.

Who wins at Sha Tin? My Wish can burst some bubbles in feature

Owen Goulding is in the hot seat with an extended rundown of his selections for Sunday’s 10 races.

Ferraris bags first three races at Sha Tin to continue red-hot start to season

The 23-year-old saluted on Yoda’s Choice, Decrelot and Precision Goal to move into fourth in the jockeys’ premiership.

My Wish leads pack of hopefuls looking to join HK’s exclusive Group One club

Mark Newnham’s stable star the most exciting of the gallopers seen this season who are not named Ka Ying Rising.

Newnham confirms new jockey for lightweight My Wish in Sha Tin Trophy

With Luke Ferraris unable to make weight, trainer will turn to Alexis Badel for October 19’s Group Two.

What wins at Sha Tin? Purton set for a Fun Sunday with host of chances

Owen Goulding provides an extended view of his tips ahead of the Group Three card.