China News Service, Hong Kong, October 1. The Hong Kong National Day Race Day event was held on October 1 at Sha Tin Racecourse.
There are 10 races throughout the day, with a total betting amount of HK$1.454 billion, which is the third highest in 21 years for National Day Race Day.
According to the Hong Kong Jockey Club, under the new crown pneumonia epidemic, the racecourse has implemented special admission arrangements.
Except for trainers, jockeys, related staff and directors, only horse owners, members and members of the public who have reserved and approved seats in advance and a maximum of three accompanying guests are allowed to enter the racecourse.
Sha Tin Racecourse and Happy Valley Racecourse, which can instinctively accommodate tens of thousands of people, only 2601 people entered this time.
To celebrate the 71st anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, before the start of the game, the "March of Volunteers" was played on the big screen.
Horse fans stood up to show respect.
The National Day Cup was established in 1999 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
The National Day Cup has been upgraded to an international level three competition starting in the 2016/2017 season.
In this 10 races, the local trainer in Hong Kong won a total of 8 races, including two winners, Tony.
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