EPISODE · May 29, 2026 · 29 MIN
Romantic Warrior Makes HISTORY! Triple Crown Glory & Horse of the Year Debate
from The Hong Kong Racing Show · host Off To The Races Media
Hong Kong racing history was made at Sha Tin as Romantic Warrior became just the third horse ever to complete the Hong Kong Triple Crown with victory in the G1 Champions & Chater Cup. The Danny Shum-trained superstar joined River Verdon (1994) and Voyage Bubble (2025) in one of the sport's most exclusive clubs, adding yet another remarkable chapter to an already legendary career.This week on the Hong Kong Racing Show, regular hosts Andrew Brown and Alex Evers review the historic performance and discuss where Romantic Warrior now ranks among the greatest racehorses ever seen in Hong Kong.Andrew also catches up with former HKJC executive Bill Nader to get his perspective on what this achievement means for the sport.You'll also hear from jockey James McDonald and trainer Danny Shum following the landmark victory, while the Horse of the Year debate heats up. Is Romantic Warrior's Triple Crown enough to secure the title, or does sprint sensation Ka Ying Rising deserve the honour after another dominant campaign? Hear what jockey Zac Purton had to say.Plus:🏆 The latest Hong Kong racing news🏆 The trainers' championship battle continues to tighten🏆 An update on Umberto Rispoli and his return from injury🏆 Full previews and selections for this weekend's G3 double-header at Sha TinIf you're a fan of Hong Kong racing, world-class thoroughbreds, and great racing debate, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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Hong Kong racing history was made at Sha Tin as Romantic Warrior became just the third horse ever to complete the Hong Kong Triple Crown with victory in the G1 Champions & Chater Cup. The Danny Shum-trained superstar joined River Verdon (1994) and Voyage Bubble (2025) in one of the sport's most exclusive clubs, adding yet another remarkable chapter to an already legendary career.This week on the Hong Kong Racing Show, regular hosts Andrew Brown and Alex Evers review the historic performance and discuss where Romantic Warrior now ranks among the greatest racehorses ever seen in Hong Kong.Andrew also catches up with former HKJC executive Bill Nader to get his perspective on what this achievement means for the sport.You'll also hear from jockey James McDonald and trainer Danny Shum following the landmark victory, while the Horse of the Year debate heats up. Is Romantic Warrior's Triple Crown enough to secure the title, or does sprint sensation Ka Ying Rising deserve the honour after another dominant campaign? Hear what jockey Zac Purton had to say.Plus:🏆 The latest Hong Kong racing news🏆 The trainers' championship battle continues to tighten🏆 An update on Umberto Rispoli and his return from injury🏆 Full previews and selections for this weekend's G3 double-header at Sha TinIf you're a fan of Hong Kong racing, world-class thoroughbreds, and great racing debate, this is an episode you won't want to miss.
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