Jockey Club honoured to contribute to the success of the 15th National Games in the Hong Kong and Guangdong competition regions

With the ending of the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and 9th National Special Olympic Games (NGD & NSOG) on 15 December, all events of the National Games have now concluded. The Hong Kong Jockey Club (the Club) would like to offer its warmest congratulations to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) team for their outstanding achievements, which showcased the resilient Hong Kong spirit and brought positive energy to everyone in our community. Under the Jockey Club Athlete Incentive Awards Scheme, the Club was pleased to award a total of HK$11,475,000 and HK$6,843,750 to Hong Kong medallists at the 15th National Games and NGD respectively.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao (front row, left) presents gold medals to the Hong Kong team, winers of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Rugby Sevens Competition at the 15th National Games.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao presents gold medals to the Hong Kong team, winers of The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Rugby Sevens Competition at the 15th National Games.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao (front row, left ) presents medals to winning teams taking part in The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Basketball (Men’s U22) Competition at the 15th National Games.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao presents medals to winning teams taking part in The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Basketball (Men’s U22) Competition at the 15th National Games.

In recognition of the Club’s support, the Executive Committee of the National Games in the Guangdong Competition Region honoured the Club as an “Outstanding Contributor to Social Betterment”. The Club also received the title “Outstanding Contributor, the 15th National Games Equestrian Events” from the Competition Committee of Shenzhen Guangming District for its significant support in ensuring the success of the equestrian events.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Vice-chairman Lester Huang (1st left) presents medals to winners of Women's Individual Foil Category B in The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Wheelchair Fencing Competition of the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games. Hong Kong wheelchair fencer Tong Nga-ting (2nd right) won a bronze medal in the competition.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Steward Anita Fung (1st left) presents medals to winners of Women's Individual Épée Category A at The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Wheelchair Fencing Competition of the 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games. Hong Kong wheelchair fencer Yu Chui-yee (2nd right) won a silver medal in the competition.

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This was the first time that Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao have co-hosted the three games. In support the Club committed over HK$500 million to the Hong Kong and Guangdong competition regions. The Club was also the sole Partner Sponsor of the Hong Kong Competition Region, where it supported volunteer service programmes, territory-wide community and school promotional activities, as well as initiatives to help underprivileged groups and young people attend the events.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao (front row, left) and Chief Executive Officer Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges (front row, right) present medals and souvenirs to winners of the individual dressage competition at the equestrian events of the 15th National Games.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Vice-chairman Lester Huang (middle ) attends the show jumping group competition, one of the equestrian events at the 15th National Games, and cheers on Hong Kong athletes.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Vice-chairman Lester Huang attends the show jumping group competition, one of the equestrian events at the 15th National Games, and cheers on Hong Kong athletes.

The Club was especially honoured to have four events in the Hong Kong Competition Region named after it: The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Rugby Sevens Competition and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Basketball (Men’s U22) Competition at the 15th National Games, and The Hong Kong Jockey Club Trophy Wheelchair Fencing Comp.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao (2nd left ) thanks Club staff for volunteering at the National Games and visits the Club’s interactive booth at the Competition Village.

Hong Kong Jockey Club Chairman The Hon Martin Liao thanks Club staff for volunteering at the National Games and visits the Club’s interactive booth at the Competition Village.

The Jockey Club STK Eco Eight Recycling and Ecotourism Education Project was officially launched today (7 February). Funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and organised by the Wu Zhi Qiao (Bridge to China) Charitable Foundation, this three-year project includes the establishment of the Jockey Club STK Eco Eight Recycling and Ecotourism Education Centre.  The centre will serve as a central hub for collecting and processing recyclables from Sha Tau Kok and neighbouring villages, so helping to enhance waste management efficiency across the district.

Officiating at the launch ceremony of the Jockey Club STK Eco Eight Recycling and Ecotourism Education Project were Diane Wong, Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology of the HKSAR Government (5th left); Bernard Chan, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club (5th right); Professor Wong Kam-sing, Chairman of the Wu Zhi Qiao (Bridge to China) Charitable Foundation (4th right) and other guests.

The launch ceremony was officiated by Diane Wong, Under Secretary for Environment and Ecology of the HKSAR Government; Bernard Chan, Steward of The Hong Kong Jockey Club; Professor Wong Kam-sing, Chairman of the Wu Zhi Qiao (Bridge to China) Charitable Foundation; and other guests.

Club Steward Bernard Chan remarked that the project exemplifies the Club’s commitment to sustainability, one of the impact programmes of its Charities Trust.  Through cross-sector collaboration and innovative approaches, the project will pioneer a systematic recycling network to address local community needs in remote rural areas.  It is hoped that Sha Tau Kok will serve as a model for sustainable rural development, offering a reference for other rural regions in Hong Kong.

Club Steward Bernard Chan delivers a speech at the launch ceremony.

With the gradual opening of the Sha Tau Kok closed area, the region’s rich ecological resources have attracted a growing number of visitors to its seven neighbouring villages: Lai Chi Wo, Mui Tsz Lam, Kop Tong, Kuk Po, Yung Shue Au, Ap Chau and Kat O. In response to the increased waste management needs of these communities, the new centre will help enhance recycling efficiency, strengthen waste reduction education, and encourage proactive recycling to reduce overall waste generation.

In addition, more than 40 ambassadors have been trained to lead guided tours, green workshops and outreach activities, encouraging residents and visitors to protect the area’s precious natural ecology and cultural landscape. The project is expected to train 150 ambassadors and engage nearly 310,000 people in various activities over the next three years.

Guests visit booths at the Sha Tau Kok Sustainable Lunar New Year Carnival, which promotes a green lifestyle for residents and visitors.

Launched in conjunction with the project, the Sha Tau Kok Sustainable Lunar New Year Carnival engaged residents and visitors via booths and workshops highlighting local culture and sustainability to promote a green lifestyle.

The Club’s support for the Jockey Club STK Eco Eight Recycling and Ecotourism Education Project, 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.

Guests tour the Jockey Club STK Eco Eight Recycling and Ecotourism Education Centre.