17 AN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIR Horse racing has long been a sport that transcends borders, bringing together cultures, traditions, and passionate communities across the world. In recognition of this shared love for racing, the Victoria Racing Club (VRC) has forged partnerships with some of the world’s most prestigious racing institutions, strengthening global ties and celebrating the sport at an international level. At the heart of this commitment is the VRC’s role as a founding member of World Horse Racing, an alliance established in May 2018. This collaboration unites five of the world’s most iconic racing clubs and festivals: • Ascot Racecourse (United Kingdom) • Breeders’ Cup (USA) • Goodwood Racecourse (United Kingdom) • The Hong Kong Jockey Club (Hong Kong) • Victoria Racing Club (Australia) This alliance aims to introduce a new generation to the excitement, glamour, and deep cultural heritage of horse racing. Through exclusive behind-the-scenes content, World Horse Racing offers insights into the sport’s greatest trainers, jockeys, horses, and rising stars, highlighting the dedication and skill that make racing a global spectacle. Beyond the World Horse Racing alliance, the VRC has strengthened its ties with individual racing bodies to deepen international collaboration. Recent agreements with Ascot Racecourse and York Racecourse formalise the long-standing bond between these iconic venues and ABOVE: The iconic Sha Tin racecourse in Hong Kong, home of the Hong Kong Jockey Club. (Vince Caligiuri/Getty Images) OPPOSITE: Royal Ascot, conducted over five fabulous days of high-class racing at the Ascot Racecourse. (Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)
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