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The latest news and top stories on James McDonald, a New Zealand jockey. He is a member of the New Zealand Racing Hall of Fame and was named World Jockey of the Year in 2021 and 2024. McDonald has secured over 2,300 career wins, including more than 100 Group 1 victories across multiple countries. His accomplishments include winning the Melbourne Cup, King's Stand Stakes at Royal Ascot and multiple Hong Kong Cups. He holds several Sydney Champion Jockey titles and recently completed a successful short-term stint in Hong Kong, further solidifying his international expertise.
Invincible Ibis saunters to success at Sha Tin. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Invincible Ibis stamps Classic Mile claims as Newnham celebrates 100th HK win

Leading four-year-old series contender romps home to deliver Australian handler a milestone success.

Hong Kong racing

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

Hong Kong racing

Size snares first Valley winners of the season as Tsui secures memorable brace

Hong Kong racing

Romantic Warrior creates history again with fourth straight HK Cup victory

The world’s highest-earning racehorse becomes the first galloper to win four features at the Longines Hong Kong International Races (HKIR).

Jockey James McDonald, trainer Danny Shum (second from right) and stable staff celebrate Romantic Warrior’s fourth straight Hong Kong Cup success. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

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.

Hong Kong racing

Hong Kong heavyweights headline action-packed international day at Sha Tin

Romantic Warrior and Ka Ying Rising are poised to add to their already glittering CVs on the city’s biggest day of racing.

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J-Mac still in awe of Warrior: ‘I’ve never felt like he’s ever going to lose’

Superstar jockey oozes confidence ahead of champion galloper’s bid for fourth straight Hong Kong Cup success.

Romantic Warrior wins the Jockey Club Cup under James McDonald. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

J-Mac, Zac confident of HK Mile chances in wide-open contest

Champion jockeys could be set for a big showdown in Sunday’s most intriguing feature when they ride Galaxy Patch and Voyage Bubble.

Hong Kong racing

Relive Romantic Warrior’s three spine-tingling Hong Kong Cup victories

The global superstar bids to make more history this Sunday when he chases a record-extending fourth straight victory in the city’s richest race.

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Hong Kong racing

Who wins the IJC at Happy Valley? Here’s what our tipsters think

The Post’s seven-strong panel rates Zac Purton and Hugh Bowman as the ones to beat in Wednesday night’s prestigious contest.

Zac Purton celebrates his first IJC victory in 2017. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

IJC first and then a longer HK stint for Moreira? ‘Hopefully we can come back soon’

Superstar Brazilian can’t wait to rekindle some old memories when he rides at Happy Valley for the first time in over three years.

Joao Moreira (left) and Jockey Club chief executive Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges shake hands at Wednesday night’s IJC press conference. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

J-Mac bids for breakthrough IJC success: ‘we’re due one, but you never know’

Runner-up in the prestigious contest at Happy Valley three times, the superstar jockey is optimistic about his rides.

Hong Kong racing

Hayes eyes International Jockeys’ Championship trainers’ bonus with Valley squad

The top handler has seven contenders across the four key races at the city circuit on Wednesday night.

Hong Kong racing

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.

Cheer For South wins at Sha Tin in March. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Chris So eager to see Top Dragon pass big test en route to Classic Series

Handler hopes exciting four-year-old can overcome equal top weight and a wide draw at Sha Tin on Sunday.

Top Dragon storms home down the outside to win under Zac Purton. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Patch and Express on track to peak at HKIR after tuning up in star-studded trial

Jockeys of two Group One contenders ooze confidence after a 1,200m hit-out at Sha Tin on Thursday morning.

Hong Kong racing

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.

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Hong Kong racing

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.

Dazzling Fit (outside) scores a narrow win under James McDonald. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Who wins at Sha Tin? Debut winner can take Luck out of the equation

Sam Agars runs through his tips for what will be a subdued afternoon at Sha Tin on Sunday.

Hong Kong racing

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.

Hong Kong racing

Bowman and Ho snag final IJC berths at Happy Valley

Dramatic conclusion in the race to make the coveted competition sees the pair ride three winners between them.

Allcash (grey) and Hugh Bowman win at Happy Valley. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Bubble confirmed to defend Mile crown against five international raiders

Triple Crown hero will drop back to 1,600m when he takes on the likes of Soul Rush and Embroidery on December 14.

Voyage Bubble wins last year’s Hong Kong Mile under James McDonald. Photo: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Romantic Warrior crushes Voyage Bubble to land third Jockey Club Cup

The seven-year-old is a dominant winner despite being ‘85 per cent’ fit according to his trainer.

Hong Kong racing

J-Mac’s peach propels Patch to first win in 13 months in Jockey Club Mile

Superstar jockey’s ground-saving ride helps Pierre Ng’s stable star break through as hot favourite My Wish only manages fourth.

Hong Kong racing

Shum expects Warrior to return with a bang: ‘He’s happy and healthy’

Veteran handler has no concerns about superstar’s long injury lay-off ahead of his comeback at Sha Tin on Sunday.

Romantic Warrior wins last year’s Group One Hong Kong Cup under James McDonald. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

Who wins at Sha Tin? Beauty can Bolt into Classic Series contention

Jay Rooney runs through his selections for the 10-race card, which is headlined by the Class Two Lukfook Jewellery Cup (1,200m).

Beauty Bolt scores at Sha Tin in July under Zac Purton. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong racing

J-Mac gives a glowing report on Warrior while confirming Patch and Network rides

Superstar jockey reunites with 10-time Group One winner in a track gallop ahead of his return from injury.

Hong Kong racing

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.

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