The Hong Kong International Races is one of Asia’s most prestigious horse racing festivals, held annually at Sha Tin Racecourse in December. The meeting features four elite Group 1 races attracting top horses from Hong Kong, Japan, Europe, and Australia.
This page provides the latest ante-post and fixed bookmaker odds, betting format explanations, race previews, and past results for all four championship races.
Hong Kong International Races – Featured G1 Races
- Hong Kong Cup – 2000m (Turf)
- Hong Kong Mile – 1600m (Turf)
- Hong Kong Sprint – 1200m (Turf)
- Hong Kong Vase – 2400m (Turf)
Ante-Post & Fixed Odds Betting Explained
International bookmakers typically release early ante-post markets several weeks before race day. In ante-post betting, wagers are usually settled as ALL-IN, meaning stakes are not refunded if the selected horse does not run.
Closer to race day, markets may switch to NRNB (Non Runner No Bet) or NRMB (Non Runner Money Back), where stakes are refunded if a horse is declared a non-runner.
Some bookmakers may also offer tote-style or pari-mutuel markets depending on regional availability.
Latest Hong Kong International Races Odds
Ante-post odds are typically released first by major UK and crypto-friendly bookmakers such as bet365, William Hill, and Duelbits. Final fixed odds are available closer to race day once the final fields are confirmed.
2025 Results & Final Odds
The 2025 edition once again showcased elite international competition at Sha Tin. Full race-by-race results and bookmaker final odds are available on each dedicated race page listed above.
Road to the Hong Kong International Races
Several major Hong Kong Group 1 races serve as stepping stones toward the December championships, often featuring early betting markets:
Where to Bet on the Hong Kong International Races
International bookmakers offering early and fixed markets for Hong Kong races typically include:
- bet365 (extensive ante-post coverage)
- William Hill (each-way & NRNB markets)
- Duelbits (crypto-friendly fixed odds)
Markets expand significantly once final declarations are confirmed.
Hong Kong International Races History
First staged in 1988, the Hong Kong International Races have grown into one of the world’s premier turf racing meetings. The festival regularly features strong participation from Japan and Europe, increasing global betting interest.
