ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME GLORY

The Four-Year-Old Classic Series, one of the most anticipated highlights of Hong Kong horse racing, returns this Spring! Featuring three prestigious races – the Hong Kong Classic Mile, Hong Kong Classic Cup and the BMW Hong Kong Derby – with total prize money of HK$52 million, this series represents the ultimate stage for racing honour and ambition. Join us at Sha Tin Racecourse to witness emerging equine stars embark on their legendary journey.

1st Leg: Hong Kong Classic Mile, 1 February
2nd Leg: Hong Kong Classic Cup, 1 March
Final Leg: BMW Hong Kong Derby, 22 March

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Hong Kong Classic Mile

Sha Tin Racecourse
Feb 1, 2026

Hong Kong Classic Cup

Sha Tin Racecourse
Mar 1, 2026

BMW Hong Kong Derby

Sha Tin Racecourse
Mar 22, 2026
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News

Road to the Derby: Chris So eyes Four-Year-Old Classic Series challenge for progressive Top Dragon

12/01/2026

In the fourth instalment of The Hong Kong Jockey Club’s Road to the Derby series, we take a look at Chris So’s progressive galloper Top Dragon.

Little Paradise, Invincible Ibis impress as Zac Purton slots five-timer at Sha Tin

11/01/2026

Hong Kong Classic Mile field takes shape at Sha Tin

09/01/2026

Road to the Derby: Numbers add up as Frankie Lor targets Four-Year-Old Classic Series

05/01/2026

Mark Newnham hopes Winfield can bolster stable’s Four-Year-Old Classic Series arsenal

02/01/2026

Key Dates

FEB
01
1st Leg - Hong Kong Classic Mile
1st Leg - Hong Kong Classic Mile
This curtain-raiser of the Four-Year-Old Classic Series is run over 1,600 metres. It tests the speed of the young contenders, with a field of promising four-year-olds stepping on to this important stage for the first time to showcase their ability. All eyes will be on who stands out and lays a strong foundation for the rest of the series.
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MAR
01
2nd Leg – Hong Kong Classic Cup
2nd Leg – Hong Kong Classic Cup
The second leg of the Four-Year-Old Classic Series is run over 1,800 metres. The top three finishers will earn priority entry into the BMW Hong Kong Derby. A strong field of talented four-year-olds will be vying to take a vital step towards the series title – this is battle to watch closely.
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MAR
22
Final Leg – BMW Hong Kong Derby
Final Leg – BMW Hong Kong Derby
The grand finale of the Four-Year-Old Classic Series is run over 2,000 metres, testing the young stars' staying power. Those standout horses emerging successfully from the first two legs will gather at Sha Tin to contest this highly coveted title. Who will cross the finish line first and etch their name in history? This is a battle that simply can't be missed!
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