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Hong Kong Racing Study Guide: Home Team Has Strong Hand For Dec. 11 International Races

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Hong Kong Racing Study Guide: Home Team Has Strong Hand For Dec. 11 International Races

The Hong Kong International Races will be run at Sha Tin on Sunday, Dec. 11. First post in the U.S. is Saturday, December 10 at 11:25 p.m. EST. The home team is looking good despite an expected strong international presence. Lucky Sweynesse, a 4-year-old that has improved from his initial 52 rating on debut to 112, won his seasonal debut by three lengths. Golden Sixty, winner of 21 races and over HK$113 million, was the second choice behind California Spangle.   The Jockey Club Sprint's final time was a sensational 1:07.55 seconds.

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