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David Eustace

The latest news and updates on David Eustace, an accomplished British horse trainer, he recently embarked on a new chapter establishing his own stable in Hong Kong, having assumed training duties in September 2024. Previously, he was a highly successful co-trainer with Ciaron Maher in Australia from 2018 to early 2024. Their partnership amassed over 1,000 wins, including the 2022 Melbourne Cup with Gold Trip and the 2020 Cox Plate with Sir Dragonet, and they were Australian Champion Trainers in 2022/23. Eustace, who trained Fashion Legend, is known for integrating sports science into his methods.

David Eustace

Colourful King spearheads Eustace’s bid for a change of luck

Australian import will be fancied to turn the tables on Stellar Express from their last clash in the Bauhinia Sprint Trophy.

Fownes regains championship lead after Papaya Brose dazzles on debut

Seraph Gabriel continues on Derby trail as Eustace targets Sha Tin winners

Chau charges into Tony Cruz Award lead with exceptional Happy Valley treble

British duo David Eustace and jockey Richard Kingscote also collect doubles on Wednesday evening.

Whyte hopes Violet Star can enter Classic Series reckoning with Sha Tin win

Trainer’s Irish import is looking for some much-needed rating points to get a spot in the Classic Cup (1,800m) on March 1.

Bowman hopes Storm Rider can rise to the occasion in the Million Challenge finale

Regal Gem, King Miles, Helene Feeling, Romantic Son and Silvery Breeze are the other five in contention for the lucrative bonus.

Lor eyes DBS x Manulife Million Challenge glory with Regal Gem at Happy Valley

Veteran trainer hopes his progressive galloper can take advantage of light weight and deliver owners a HK$1 million bonus.

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

Zac Purton was at his brilliant best while Francis Lui, David Hayes and John Size had big hauls for the month.

In-form Hayes rings up 700th HK win in emotional Happy Valley double

China Win and Romantic Son both carried the famous Lindsay Park Racing silks to success at the city circuit.

Classic Mile top 10: Invincible Ibis, Sagacious Life lead early rankings

Mark Newnham’s exciting galloper and Pierre Ng’s quality import headline the Post’s ratings for the first leg of the four-year-old series.

Eustace hopes Legend can boost Classic Series claims in delayed HK debut

The four-time winner from Britain will have his first local start at Sha Tin on Sunday ahead of a tilt at the Hong Kong Derby.

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.

Classic Mile picture set to take shape at crucial Sha Tin meeting on Sunday

The race for the top seed, a coveted spot in the field and Zac Purton’s services remain open.

Eustace keen to bounce back from New Year’s Day with Colourful King a top chance

After a pair of close seconds on January 1, British handler turns to progressive sprinter as his leading hope on Sunday.

Wunderbar and Stellar Express headline Size’s assault on Bauhinia Sprint Trophy

The 13-time champion trainer is hoping to continue his momentum after another brace at Sha Tin on Thursday.

Charm ‘the best we’ve had him’ says Eustace ahead of return to 1,400m

The promising five-year-old is a five-time winner over the course and distance as he looks for his first Group victory at Sha Tin on Thursday.

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.

Eustace excited to test Dazzling Fit against ‘stand-out’ Classic Series hope

British handler has high hopes for his tough last-start winner when he clashes with another emerging four-year-old on Saturday.

‘Nowhere to hide’ for Newnham’s Invincible Ibis as he takes on Dazzling Fit

The premiership leader is hoping his galloper can flex his Classic Series credentials on Saturday.

Helene Supafeeling lays down Classic Series credentials with sparkling debut

David Eustace’s import will step up in trip for his next start as he aims towards the Classic Mile in February.

Moore joins elite trio with record-equalling third IJC win at Happy Valley

Champion British rider boots home Corleone and Triumphant More to secure first success in prestigious contest since 2010.

Hong Kong Cup poised for smallest field since 2007 after Massive out

Last year’s Hong Kong Derby winner will not run in the city’s richest race at Sha Tin this Sunday.

Who wins at Sha Tin? Cheer For South can get the punters roaring

Owen Goulding runs through his tips ahead of Sunday’s 10-race card.

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

Zac Purton struck once again, Vincent Ho and David Eustace had their best months of the season and David Probert’s woes continued.

Dazzling Fit and Colourful King overcome tough draws to hand Eustace a double

British handler’s pair of progressive four-year-olds score stylish victories from unsuitable gates on Sunday.

Sovereign skips Chevalier Cup with Bowman in the mix for HK Cup ride

Last year’s Hong Kong Derby hero is bound for another clash with Romantic Warrior after being withdrawn from Sha Tin on Sunday.

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.