Tens of thousands turnout for CNY raceday in Sha Tin

[RTHK] - 01/31/2025

The racecourse has rolled out the red carpet for tens of thousands of people on Friday for the Chinese New Year Raceday. Some 86 thousand revellers came to Sha Tin Racecourse, according to the Jockey Club, including record high numbers of tourists from the mainland and overseas. The Secretary (…)



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