Here are some snapshots of the Hong Kong International Jockeys’ Championship at Happy Valley Racecourse on Wednesday this week.

This is a prelude to the most prestigious and spectacular event in the racing calendar — the Hong Kong International Races — which will be held on December 14th this year. The event attracts leading trainers, jockeys and racehorses from around the world to a fight for glory at Sha Tin Racecourse.

Fireworks at the opening ceremony

A tightly-packed crowd enjoying the evening

The rainbow lights put on in support of the LGBT community

Racehorses crossing the finishing line