The Hong Kong skyline provided a stunning backdrop for the International Jockeys' Championship at the Happy Valley racecourse.
The Hong Kong skyline provided a stunning backdrop for the International Jockeys' Championship at the Happy Valley racecourse.
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Australian Hugh Bowman (right) took victory in the four-race competition, with Ryan Moore (left) finishing runner-up.
Australian Hugh Bowman (right) took victory in the four-race competition, with Ryan Moore (left) finishing runner-up.
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Bowman's reward for his night's work was a check for $65,000.
Bowman's reward for his night's work was a check for $65,000.
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Competitors round the bend under the floodlights, with Hong Kong's skyline in the background.
Competitors round the bend under the floodlights, with Hong Kong's skyline in the background.
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Just under 30,000 people were in attendance to witness Bowman's victory, the biggest crowd the competition has drawn since 1999.
Just under 30,000 people were in attendance to witness Bowman's victory, the biggest crowd the competition has drawn since 1999.
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Gavin Lerena celebrates on Superoi after victory at last year's event.
Gavin Lerena celebrates on Superoi after victory at last year's event.
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