Hong Kong’s betting turnover on local races fell by nearly 10 percent in 2023, with the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) attributing the decline to a rise in illegal gambling and increased spending by residents outside the city.

The 41st Asian Racing Conference (ARC) will be held in Saudi Arabia in 2026 with the Jockey Club of Saudi Arabia, in conjunction with the Asian Racing Federation (ARF), to stage the international conference in Riyadh.

Experts from the Asian Racing Federation (ARF) Council on Anti-Illegal Betting and Related Financial Crime addressed the growing threats of illegal wagering and gene doping in horse racing in a session at the 40th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) held in Sapporo, Japan.

The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) is enhancing its digital fan experience, aiming to create a "ChatGPT version of horse racing", the racing track management commented.

The Asian Racing Federation (ARF) has re-elected Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges as its Chair, with Masayuki Goto and Mohammad Saeed Al Shehhi continuing as Vice-Chairs.

The Board of Racing Victoria (RV) has announced the appointment of Aaron Morrison as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective immediately.

Queensland's racing clubs are set to receive a significant boost with $3.8 million in infrastructure upgrades slated for 2024-25.

The 40th Asian Racing Conference (ARC) will take place between August 27th and September 1st in Sapporo, Japan, and will feature an extensive program centered on Japanese racing breeding, business leaders and key stakeholders.

Thai authorities are "desperate" to beat Japan and open an integrated resort before 2030, the legislative process in Thailand is expected to be complex and laden with delays, say experts.