The Hong Kong Jockey Club announced on 12 May its plan to become a global sports entertainment brand and to showcase Hong Kong as a centre for global exchange, connectivity and tourism, with the ultimate aim of creating more value for the community. To further this vision, the Club has entered into a strategic partnership with XIX Entertainment – led by industry visionary Simon Fuller – and together they have launched their first collaboration. They are bringing Fuller’s global pop group Now United to Hong Kong and are hosting a talent search to find the group’s next member. It offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for aspiring local talent to shine on the world stage, as well as a platform to showcase the vibrancy of Hong Kong and horse racing with millions of Now United fans worldwide through musical performances, social media posts and racecourse entertainment. A two-day workshop including classes led by top choreographers and voice coaches was held recently to provide the young dreamers with professional training. Popular youtubers Christy Choi and Jeffery Kwan of the YouTube channel Pomato also joined the workshop and documented the journey.
Club and XIX team up to empower youth and nurture talent
With a shared vision of nurturing and empowering young talent, the Club and XIX have come together to offer Hong Kong youngsters professional training and development to help them shine on the world stage. The Now United Hong Kong talent search has entered an exciting new phase as the team looks for its newest member. Shortlisted candidates were invited to auditions led by Fuller last week, where they were professionally evaluated on singing, dancing, stage presence and star potential.
Hollywood’s Academy of Pop offers professional training for young local talent
World-class choreographer Nicky Andersen and singing coach Berkley The Artist from the Academy of Pop in Los Angeles offered participants mentorship in singing, dancing and stage performance during a masterclass to inspire them with confidence. As the first initiative under the Club’s strategic partnership with XIX, the talent search embodies the Club’s bold vision to transform itself into a global sports entertainment brand, while promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s most vibrant city.
Dance workshop by Nicky Andersen
Nicky Andersen hosts a two-day intensive dance workshop that challenges participants technically to help them grow artistically. To reinforce their foundational skills, Day One explores commercial dance techniques and movement exercises and teaches them two dance routines. Day Two focuses on the skills needed to take dance performances to the next level including improving stage presence and storytelling and how to create emotional connection.
Singing workshop by Berkley The Artist
This workshop by Berkley The Artist trains talents how to strengthen their voice and explores the skills needed to become a dynamic vocalist. Day One begins with warm-ups to improve breathing control and diction, expand vocal range and find voice clarity. Participants put their skills to the test by learning songs and exploring various blends and styles. Day Two focuses on bringing vocal performances to the next level by improving phrasing and lyrical interpretation, developing stage presence and creating emotional connections.
Pomato’s Christy Choi and Jeffery Kwan meet pop star power
Christy Choi and Jeffery Kwan of the YouTube channel Pomato joined workshops meticulously crafted by a star-studded international team. They engaged with fellow participants and Hollywood coaches, taking the chance to learn from industry experts while documenting the journeys of aspiring youths trying to realise their dreams. Christy described this as a rare opportunity to experience Hollywood-level training first-hand, saying she hoped to showcase her newly improved singing and dancing skills in future Pomato videos. The experience also resonated with Jeffery, who recalled that he too was following his dream when he joined Pomato. He said he identified with the workshop participants’ passion and dedication.
The Hong Kong Jockey Club extends its warmest congratulations on the successful conclusion of this year’s LIV Golf Hong Kong today (8 Mar) at the Hong Kong Golf Club (HKGC) Fanling Golf Course. HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan, HKSAR Government Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law, Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs Raymond Tam and other guests attended the tournament, witnessing the trophy‑lift moment.
Former President of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR, Andrew Leung (photo 2, front row, 2nd left), Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (photo 2, front row, centre) and other guests witness the tournament’s shotgun start.
Former President of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR, Andrew Leung (photo 2, front row, 2nd left), Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (photo 2, front row, centre) and other guests witness the tournament’s shotgun start.
The four-day tournament attracted tens of thousands of spectators from Hong Kong and around the world. The Club is proud to have served as the Official Community Partner of this M-Mark event for the first time, working closely with the HKGC to empower local communities through golf.
HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan (4th left), HKSAR Government Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law (4th right), HKSAR Government Executive Council Non-Official Member Jeffrey Lam (1st left), Hong Kong Tourism Board Chairman Dr Peter Lam (3rd right), the Club’s Executive Director of the Corporate Affairs Raymond Tam (2nd right), Hong Kong Golf Club Captain Andy Kwok (2nd left), Hong Kong Golf Club Vice Captain Bryant Lu (1st right) and other guests witness the tournament’s trophy‑lift moment.
The Club additionally supported the launch of the Jockey Club Community Golf Programme, which aims to enhance community participation in and awareness of golf and to promote the sport’s long-term development in Hong Kong.
Anita Fung, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (1st left) visits the Jockey Club booth.
The Programme will offer activities including school-based events, experiential courses and inter-school competitions, with complimentary tickets made available to people in underprivileged communities. In the lead-up to the golf tournament, elite international golfers visited a primary school to engage with students and inspire interest in the sport. Arrangements were also made for golf professionals from HKGC to mentor young players of differing abilities to promote inclusion. These initiatives aim to give young and underprivileged people opportunities to experience the excitement of golf both on and off the course.
Former President of the Legislative Council of the HKSAR, Andrew Leung (1st left), Club Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (2nd right) and Hong Kong Golf Club Captain Andy Kwok (1st right) visit the Jockey Club booth.
The Club’s booth in the fan village added further colour to the event by offering attendees the chance to explore sports beyond golf. Members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team also took part, creating balloon figures and bringing joy to spectators.
International golfers visit a school participating in JC Project MuSE.
Visiting golfers were invited to experience the city’s cultural and culinary highlights including Tai Kwun in Central and Happy Wednesday races at Happy Valley Racecourse. These experiences helped to promote horse racing tourism and showcase Hong Kong’s diverse attractions to a global audience.
HKGC golfers mentor young players at Fanling Golf Course under the Jockey Club Kau Sai Chau Go Fun Junior Golf Programme and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: Special Olympics Golf Development Project.
Through these activities and engagement opportunities, local residents had more opportunities to connect with golf, while top golfers and visitors from around the world experienced Hong Kong's unique character and its capability to host high-calibre major events. This, in turn, helped strengthen the Hong Kong brand and share positive stories about the city.
HKSAR Government Financial Secretary Paul Chan (4th left), HKSAR Government Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law (4th right), and the Club’s Executive Director of Corporate Affairs, Raymond Tam (1st right), with members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team.
In 2024/25, the Club’s Charities Trust supported eight “M” Mark events as Official Community Partner. These included the Hong Kong Sevens, the Volleyball Nations League and the Hong Kong Open Badminton Championships, reaching over 81,000 beneficiaries. These partnerships not only inspire the community’s enthusiasm for sport but support the HKSAR Government in strengthening Hong Kong’s status as a premier destination for outstanding sports competitions and major cultural events.
Members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team create balloon figures to bring joy to spectators at the fan village and pose for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 9, 6th right).
The Club’s support for these sports events, like all its charity and community donations, is made possible by its unique integrated business model through which racing and responsible sports wagering generate substantial tax contributions, charity support and employment opportunities for Hong Kong.
Members of the Club’s CARE@HKJC Volunteer Team create balloon figures to bring joy to spectators at the fan village and pose for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 9, 6th right).
Participants in the Hong Kong Jockey Club Junior Sports Reporters Programme were invited to report on the LIV Golf Hong Kong.
Beneficiaries of the Jockey Club Community Golf Programme and visitors at the Jockey Club booth.
International golfers experienced Hong Kong’s cultural and culinary attractions, including Tai Kwun in Central and Happy Wednesday races at Happy Valley Racecourse, and posed for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 13, right) at the racecourse.
International golfers experienced Hong Kong’s cultural and culinary attractions, including Tai Kwun in Central and Happy Wednesday races at Happy Valley Racecourse, and posed for a photo with Raymond Tam, Executive Director of Corporate Affairs of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (photo 13, right) at the racecourse.
