Golden Friendship brings solid credentials with a consistent record at Happy Valley (9: 0-1-0) and the significant advantage of having champion jockey Zac Purton aboard. While barrier 10 isn't ideal at Happy Valley, Purton's tactical nous can overcome this. The 43-day freshen-up should have him primed for a peak performance.
Hong Kong · Wednesday 3 December 2025
Happy Valley tips and results
Our top pick won 3 of 8 races at Happy Valley. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Lau Shui Heung Hcp (C5)
Happy Horse brings the strongest track credentials to this race with an excellent record at Happy Valley (18: 2-2-2) and specifically at this track and distance (16: 2-2-2). While barrier 9 is slightly disadvantageous at Happy Valley, his experience at this track should help overcome this. The class rise is the main concern, but his overall profile makes him a strong place chance.
The advantageous barrier 3 draw at Happy Valley is significant for this 1000m sprint, and the engagement of top jockey James McDonald is a major plus. The 61kg top weight is the main concern, but McDonald's skill should help overcome this burden.
Coming off a quick 8-day backup suggests peak fitness, and the engagement of international star Hollie Doyle is a major plus. While yet to win from 22 starts, he has placed 4 times including 3 times at Happy Valley.
- 1st3Golden FriendshipZac Purton$3.70
- 2nd6Sky SongHugh Bowman$10.00
- 3rd12Ever SmartHollie Doyle$5.10
- 4th2Island BreezesLuke Ferraris$15.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Golden Friendship | 10 | Zac Purton | K H Ting | 61kg | $3.70 |
| 2nd | 6 | Sky Song | 6 | Hugh Bowman | C Fownes | 59.5kg | $10.00 |
| 3rd | 12 | Ever Smart | 5 | Hollie Doyle | F C Lor | 52kg | $5.10 |
| 4th | 2 | Island Breezes | 4 | Luke Ferraris | P C Ng | 61kg | $15.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Happy Boys | 3 | James Mc Donald | Mark Newnham | 61kg | $4.70 |
| 6th | 1 | General Smart | 1 | Derek Leung | C S Shum | 61kg | $60.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Happy Horse | 9 | E C W Wong | K L Man | 56kg | $5.30 |
| 8th | 10 | Camp Fire | 12 | Lyle Hewitson | D Whyte | 54.5kg | $32.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Cheer For South | 8 | Angus Chung | F C Lor | 58kg | $13.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Santorini | 7 | Keith Yeung | W Y So | 57.5kg | $64.00 |
| 11th | 5 | Rich Horse | 2 | James Orman | D J Hall | 60kg | $77.00 |
| 12th | 11 | Happy Tango | 11 | Maxime Guyon | Y S Tsui | 53.5kg | $24.00 |
| 13 | Lucky Generations | 13 | C Fownes | 53.5kg | |||
| 14 | Super Elite | 14 | D Whyte | 52.5kg |
Shek Lei Pui Hcp (C4)
Double Win comes off an impressive win last start over 2000m at Sha Tin and gets the perfect inside draw for Happy Valley's tight turns. Hollie Doyle maintains the ride and from barrier 1 should position him perfectly on-pace. His tactical speed is ideal for Happy Valley, and while he's yet to win at the track, the barrier advantage and recent winning form make him the standout.
Serangoon brings strong credentials with excellent Happy Valley form (2-2-3 from 16 starts) and a solid record at this track and distance (1-1-2 from 8). Zac Purton sticks with him which is significant, and he maps to get a good midfield position from barrier 5. His 3rd placing last start behind Double Win was solid, but he may need to improve to turn the tables.
Management Folks brings strong credentials with an outstanding record at Happy Valley over this distance (2-1-3 from 10). He's second-up from a spell and ran a good 4th first-up at Happy Valley over 1800m. Karis Teetan knows him well and should give him every chance. The barrier is a concern but his track experience and staying ability make him a genuine contender.
While he was unplaced last start, he returns to his favorite course and distance combination where he's never missed a place. Brenton Avdulla is a positive jockey booking, and from barrier 4 he should get a perfect run. The class rise is offset by his Happy Valley prowess.
- 1st8Double WinHollie Doyle$5.90
- 2nd1Nearly FineHugh Bowman$13.00
- 3rd3Packing HurricaneHarry Bentley$51.00
- 4th2Sharpen BrightBrenton Avdulla$10.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Double Win | 1 | Hollie Doyle | K L Man | 56kg | $5.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Nearly Fine | 11 | Hugh Bowman | C Fownes | 60kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Packing Hurricane | 12 | Harry Bentley | P C Ng | 58kg | $51.00 |
| 4th | 2 | Sharpen Bright | 4 | Brenton Avdulla | Y S Tsui | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 11 | Perfect Pairing | 2 | Matthew Chadwick | J J Size | 53kg | $10.00 |
| 6th | 9 | Management Folks | 8 | Karis Teetan | D J Hall | 55.5kg | $7.10 |
| 7th | 4 | Serangoon | 5 | Zac Purton | A S Cruz | 56.5kg | $4.10 |
| 8th | 5 | Kingly Demeanor | 10 | James Mc Donald | A S Cruz | 56kg | $14.00 |
| 9th | 7 | Viva Taste | 7 | Maxime Guyon | K H Ting | 56kg | $23.00 |
| 10th | 10 | Mission Strike | 6 | Lyle Hewitson | Mark Newnham | 54kg | $5.30 |
| 11th | 12 | Dashing Dragon | 9 | Keith Yeung | D A Hayes | 52kg | $35.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Mega Force | 3 | Luke Ferraris | P C Ng | 56kg | $17.00 |
| 13 | Firefoot | 13 | W Y So | 54.5kg | |||
| 14 | Supreme Mastermind | 14 | D A Hayes | 61kg |
Tai Lam Chung Hcp (C5)
Storm Runner brings outstanding consistency with four seconds and one third from 13 starts. While the wide barrier is a concern, Zac Purton's engagement is significant, and his recent form (consecutive seconds) suggests he's ready to break through for a win despite the 61kg impost.
Cool Blue brings strong recent form with consecutive seconds at this distance. While he's only won once from 31 starts, his consistency and proven ability at the distance make him a genuine contender. From barrier 8, he should get a reasonable run in transit, though may need some luck in the straight.
Ninja Derby brings solid credentials with a good record at Happy Valley (2-2-2 from 19 starts) and specifically at this track and distance (1-0-1 from 3). His recent form has been consistent with two thirds from his last three starts. The barrier (9) is a concern, but his experience and proven ability at the track make him a genuine contender, especially if the pace is genuine as expected.
While he's yet to win from 10 starts, he has placed twice and is showing signs of improvement. The barrier (6) is favorable, and the engagement of Brenton Avdulla is a positive. The 61kg is a concern, but his recent form suggests he can overcome it.
- 1st6Ninja DerbyLyle Hewitson$4.70
- 2nd2Storm RunnerZac Purton$3.10
- 3rd3Super SicarioDavid Probert$12.00
- 4th8Wah May Wai WaiHugh Bowman$7.10
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Ninja Derby | 9 | Lyle Hewitson | Brett Crawford | 60kg | $4.70 |
| 2nd | 2 | Storm Runner | 12 | Zac Purton | P C Ng | 61kg | $3.10 |
| 3rd | 3 | Super Sicario | 10 | David Probert | C Fownes | 61kg | $12.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Wah May Wai Wai | 5 | Hugh Bowman | A S Cruz | 58kg | $7.10 |
| 5th | 1 | Star Brose | 6 | Brenton Avdulla | D A Hayes | 61kg | $7.70 |
| 6th | 9 | Gold Tack | 3 | James Orman | D J Hall | 56.5kg | $18.00 |
| 7th | 10 | Cool Blue | 8 | Richard Kingscote | W Y So | 56kg | $10.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Fury And Gold | 1 | Harry Bentley | C H Yip | 60.5kg | $31.00 |
| 9th | 11 | Little Fairy | 2 | Keith Yeung | K H Ting | 56kg | $58.00 |
| 10th | 5 | Rosewood Fleetfoot | 4 | James Mc Donald | J W Richards | 60.5kg | $15.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Perpetual Power | 7 | Maxime Guyon | C W Chang | 59.5kg | $37.00 |
| 12th | 12 | Silver King | 11 | Derek Leung | F C Lor | 53.5kg | $25.00 |
| 13 | Leather Master | 13 | K L Man | 55kg | |||
| 14 | Wisdom Star | 14 | Y S Tsui | 54kg |
The American Club Challenge Cup (C4)
Perfect General resumes from a spell with excellent credentials for this assignment. His track and distance record is strong with 1 win and 2 placings from 6 starts, and his first-up record suggests he'll be ready to fire.
California Deeply brings solid Happy Valley credentials to this race with 3 wins and 5 placings from 30 starts at the track. The inside draw is perfect for this tight circuit, and the drop back to 1200m suits ideally. James McDonald is a significant jockey booking, and while his recent form has been average, the class drop and return to his preferred track and distance make him a genuine contender.
King Glorioso comes into this race with strong recent form, having won at this track and class level two starts back. The wide barrier is a concern, but if Ferraris can find cover in the early stages, he'll be finishing strongly in a race with genuine tempo.
The 46-day freshen-up should have him ready to fire, and Lyle Hewitson knows how to navigate the tight Happy Valley circuit.
- 1st2Perfect GeneralVincent Ho$2.70
- 2nd3Turin ChampionsHugh Bowman$14.00
- 3rd6Giddy UpKeith Yeung$10.00
- 4th8Same To YouLyle Hewitson$18.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Perfect General | 11 | Vincent Ho | C Fownes | 60kg | $2.70 |
| 2nd | 3 | Turin Champions | 6 | Hugh Bowman | D A Hayes | 58.5kg | $14.00 |
| 3rd | 6 | Giddy Up | 7 | Keith Yeung | J W Richards | 57.5kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 8 | Same To You | 8 | Lyle Hewitson | Mark Newnham | 57.5kg | $18.00 |
| 5th | 7 | King Glorioso | 10 | Luke Ferraris | D Whyte | 57.5kg | $13.00 |
| 6th | 12 | Come Fast Fay Fay | 12 | Hollie Doyle | K H Ting | 54.5kg | $22.00 |
| 7th | 9 | Vigor Elleegant | 1 | Derek Leung | K L Man | 56kg | $8.30 |
| 8th | 5 | California Deeply | 4 | James Mc Donald | A S Cruz | 57.5kg | $5.60 |
| 9th | 11 | Speedy Trident | 3 | Richard Kingscote | Y S Tsui | 55kg | $22.00 |
| 10th | 1 | Great State | 2 | Matthew Chadwick | W Y So | 61kg | $7.80 |
| 11th | 4 | Motoman | 9 | James Orman | P C Ng | 58kg | $38.00 |
| 12th | 10 | Magic Cosmos | 5 | Angus Chung | C H Yip | 54kg | $126.00 |
| 13 | The Perfect Match | 13 | C S Shum | 61kg | |||
| 14 | Ka Ying Warrior | 14 | Brett Crawford | 56.5kg |
Tai Tam Hcp (C4)
Silver Spurs brings the strongest recent form into this race with a win and two placings in his last three starts. The drop in class is significant, and his record at Happy Valley (10: 2-1-3) shows he handles this tricky circuit well. From barrier 2, he'll get the perfect run in a race that should suit on-pace runners.
Rewarding Buddy has been knocking on the door with a close second two starts back and a solid fifth last time out. While he's yet to win from 6 starts, his recent form suggests a breakthrough is imminent. The Happy Valley circuit should suit his racing style, and he represents a genuine winning chance.
Genius Baby is showing signs of improvement with a solid 5th last start. From barrier 5, he should get a good run in transit at this tight-turning track. The services of top jockey Karis Teetan is a significant positive, and his racing pattern should suit the Happy Valley configuration. While his winning record is limited and he's yet to place at Happy Valley, his recent form suggests he's ready to take the next step.
He returns from a 204-day spell but has shown the ability to perform fresh in the past.
- 1st8Genius BabyKaris Teetan$9.00
- 2nd9Rewarding BuddyDerek Leung$4.50
- 3rd1Victor The RapidMaxime Guyon$10.00
- 4th3Swagger BroBrenton Avdulla$8.10
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 8 | Genius Baby | 5 | Karis Teetan | Brett Crawford | 56kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 9 | Rewarding Buddy | 3 | Derek Leung | F C Lor | 56kg | $4.50 |
| 3rd | 1 | Victor The Rapid | 8 | Maxime Guyon | P C Ng | 61kg | $10.00 |
| 4th | 3 | Swagger Bro | 4 | Brenton Avdulla | J W Richards | 58kg | $8.10 |
| 5th | 10 | Call To Command | 12 | Keith Yeung | C W Chang | 55.5kg | $73.00 |
| 6th | 11 | Legendary Impact | 1 | Harry Bentley | W K Mo | 55.5kg | $8.40 |
| 7th | 5 | Brave Win | 11 | Vincent Ho | K W Lui | 57kg | $64.00 |
| 8th | 4 | Giant Ballon | 9 | Lyle Hewitson | D Whyte | 57.5kg | $33.00 |
| 9th | 2 | Silver Spurs | 2 | E C W Wong | C Fownes | 55.5kg | $2.30 |
| 10th | 12 | Basic Instinct | 6 | Dylan Mo | Y S Tsui | 53kg | $56.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Master Resolute | 7 | Richard Kingscote | C S Shum | 57kg | $143.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Impending Legacy | 10 | Luke Ferraris | Mark Newnham | 57kg | $29.00 |
| 13 | Thousand Cups | 13 | A S Cruz | 53kg | |||
| 14 | Wave Garden | 14 | K H Ting | 58.5kg |
Tai Tam Hcp (C4)
Lunar Dash brings the strongest credentials with an excellent record at Happy Valley and consistent recent form including a win and second at this track and distance. Despite the wide barrier and top weight, his tactical speed and Zac Purton's expertise should allow him to overcome these challenges. The fast tempo actually suits as he's shown ability to sit off the pace when needed.
His closing style should be perfectly suited by the predicted fast tempo, and from barrier 7 he can position midfield with cover. While he's yet to break through for a win, all indicators suggest he's ready to peak third-up.
Super Universal has been knocking on the door with a 3rd and 5th in recent starts. From barrier 3, he'll get the perfect run at Happy Valley where inside draws are crucial.
The lightweight of 53.5kg and good barrier draw are significant advantages at Happy Valley.
- 1st6California BlitzMatthew Chadwick$3.40
- 2nd11Know At HeartHollie Doyle$9.30
- 3rd3Ace PowerLuke Ferraris$20.00
- 4th5Word Of KindnessRichard Kingscote$85.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | California Blitz | 7 | Matthew Chadwick | W K Mo | 56.5kg | $3.40 |
| 2nd | 11 | Know At Heart | 5 | Hollie Doyle | W Y So | 53.5kg | $9.30 |
| 3rd | 3 | Ace Power | 10 | Luke Ferraris | D Whyte | 57.5kg | $20.00 |
| 4th | 5 | Word Of Kindness | 1 | Richard Kingscote | C S Shum | 57.5kg | $85.00 |
| 5th | 9 | Juicy Dragon | 8 | Maxime Guyon | K L Man | 55kg | $39.00 |
| 6th | 2 | Master Phoenix | 2 | Brenton Avdulla | D Eustace | 60kg | $22.00 |
| 7th | 1 | Lunar Dash | 9 | Zac Purton | Mark Newnham | 61kg | $4.10 |
| 8th | 4 | I Am Back | 12 | David Probert | C Fownes | 57.5kg | $58.00 |
| 9th | 7 | One Love | 6 | Hugh Bowman | J J Size | 56.5kg | $16.00 |
| 10th | 12 | Von Baer | 11 | Karis Teetan | D A Hayes | 52.5kg | $14.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Circuit Duffy | 4 | Derek Leung | F C Lor | 54kg | $84.00 |
| 12th | 8 | Super Universal | 3 | Vincent Ho | K W Lui | 55.5kg | $3.60 |
| 13 | Cirrus Speed | 13 | D J Hall | 56kg | |||
| 14 | Free Pony | 14 | C W Chang | 57kg |
Plover Cove Hcp (C3)
Eternal Fortune brings rock-solid credentials to this Class 3 sprint. Second-up from a spell with a strong record in this pattern, he's drawn the perfect barrier for Happy Valley's tight circuit. His recent runner-up finish showed he's ready to fire, and with Zac Purton aboard from barrier 1, he should get the perfect run. His consistent record at this track (14: 1-5-1) suggests he'll be right in the finish.
Wonderstar brings strong credentials dropping back in class after some solid performances. While unproven at Happy Valley, the good barrier draw and class drop should offset this concern. With Maxime Guyon in the saddle, he represents a genuine winning chance if he handles the tight circuit.
Celestial Hero returns from a spell with a strong first-up record and drops significantly in class. His previous racing in Australia shows quality, and his win at this distance is encouraging.
- 1st10Blue IllusionRichard Kingscote$98.00
- 2nd4Love TogetherVincent Ho$13.00
- 3rd3WonderstarMaxime Guyon$4.80
- 4th12Superb KingHollie Doyle$43.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 10 | Blue Illusion | 2 | Richard Kingscote | P C Ng | 54kg | $98.00 |
| 2nd | 4 | Love Together | 8 | Vincent Ho | C Fownes | 56.5kg | $13.00 |
| 3rd | 3 | Wonderstar | 3 | Maxime Guyon | Y S Tsui | 59.5kg | $4.80 |
| 4th | 12 | Superb King | 10 | Hollie Doyle | K W Lui | 53kg | $43.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Eternal Fortune | 1 | Zac Purton | C S Shum | 60kg | $1.80 |
| 6th | 1 | Celestial Hero | 7 | Hugh Bowman | D Whyte | 61kg | $9.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Ryui Kokoroe | 6 | Harry Bentley | D A Hayes | 56kg | $36.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Parents' Love | 12 | Angus Chung | A S Cruz | 55.5kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 9 | Lucky Xander | 4 | Karis Teetan | P F Yiu | 55kg | $19.00 |
| 10th | 11 | Devas Twelve | 9 | Matthew Chadwick | W Y So | 54kg | $32.00 |
| 11th | 7 | Rising From Ashes | 5 | James Orman | C W Chang | 56kg | $19.00 |
| 12th | 6 | Six Three Win | 11 | Lyle Hewitson | Mark Newnham | 56kg | $134.00 |
| 13 | Lim''s Shavano | 13 | Mark Newnham | 56kg | |||
| 14 | Sugar Sugar | 14 | C Fownes | 53.5kg |
High Island Hcp (C3)
Charity Gain brings an excellent track and distance record (6: 2-1-1) and returns second-up where he has a win from one attempt. His 3rd placing last start at this track and distance was full of merit, and he's well-weighted with 56kg. The fast tempo will suit his running style, and Lyle Hewitson knows the horse well. The 50-day break is offset by his strong second-up record.
Wrote A New Page brings strong Happy Valley credentials (5: 3-1-0) and drops in class after a solid 6th last start. His tactical versatility suits this race, with the ability to settle midfield and produce a strong finish. The 1800m is the query, but he's placed at the trip previously and should appreciate the fast tempo.
Liveandletlive is in career-best form with a strong 3rd last start at this track and distance. The inside draw gives him options to settle midfield in a fast-tempo race.
He's a genuine Happy Valley specialist (26: 3-5-6) who's been racing consistently with a solid 4th last start. The inside barrier (3) is perfect for this track, and the class drop is significant. Vincent Ho is a strong booking, and the 56kg is ideal. While unproven at 1800m, his racing pattern suggests the trip will suit, especially with the fast tempo predicted.
- 1st2Joy Of SpringE C W Wong$6.90
- 2nd5LiveandletliveAngus Chung$5.00
- 3rd4Wrote A New PageJames Mc Donald$3.70
- 4th6Star ContactHugh Bowman$11.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Joy Of Spring | 1 | E C W Wong | C Fownes | 58.5kg | $6.90 |
| 2nd | 5 | Liveandletlive | 4 | Angus Chung | A S Cruz | 56kg | $5.00 |
| 3rd | 4 | Wrote A New Page | 5 | James Mc Donald | C S Shum | 58.5kg | $3.70 |
| 4th | 6 | Star Contact | 2 | Hugh Bowman | D A Hayes | 56.5kg | $11.00 |
| 5th | 7 | Charity Gain | 7 | Lyle Hewitson | D Eustace | 56kg | $8.30 |
| 6th | 3 | Mondial | 6 | Matthew Chadwick | Mark Newnham | 59.5kg | $38.00 |
| 7th | 8 | Sturdy Ruby | 3 | Vincent Ho | K L Man | 56kg | $11.00 |
| 8th | 1 | Fallon | 12 | Keith Yeung | A S Cruz | 61kg | $12.00 |
| 9th | 12 | Spirit Of Peace | 8 | Karis Teetan | J J Size | 54.5kg | $8.50 |
| 10th | 9 | Aestheticism | 10 | Hollie Doyle | P C Ng | 55.5kg | $23.00 |
| 11th | 10 | Talents Trump | 11 | David Probert | F C Lor | 55.5kg | $60.00 |
| 12th | 11 | S J Tourbillon | 9 | Richard Kingscote | C H Yip | 54.5kg | $47.00 |
| 13 | Everyone''s Star | 13 | F C Lor | 59.5kg | |||
| 14 | Definitive | 14 | D Eustace | 59kg |
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