Hong Kong Jockey Club turns to AI to help with drug testing at National Games
HKJC’s Racing Laboratory has been commissioned to support the procuring and testing of samples from competing horses
The Hong Kong Jockey Club has turned to some of the latest technology in artificial intelligence to help with anti-doping protocols in animals ahead of the 15th National Games, to continue its perfect record of never having produced a false positive.
Riders and horses will compete from November 10 to 19 at the Guangming International Equestrian Centre in Shenzhen, and this year, Hong Kong will send 11 pairs, its largest-ever team.
The club is also supporting the Games by helping with venue design, horse welfare, stable management, event service and support, and publicity and community engagement.
HKJC’s Racing Laboratory has been commissioned by the China Anti-Doping Agency to support the procurement of sample collection kits and the testing of samples from competing horses.
“The club is committed to upholding the integrity of sport by providing its consistently high-standard testing services for the 15th National Games, ensuring the fair conduct of the equestrian events,” Emmie Ho, head of the Racing Laboratory, said.
The lab will test samples for prohibited substances in competing horses.