Early horse racing was only held once a year, usually held between January and February for several days, called the anniversary competition. Most of the horse owners and horse fans who participated in the event were British or other foreigners, including government officials, foreign businessmen, etc. The early British and Chinese had their own stands, and Chinese were not allowed to enter the British stands to watch the competition.

In 1891, the Jockey Club began to accept betting, and horse racing became a gambling event.

In 1907, the first secretary was appointed, and the Jockey Club also set up an office in Central.

Before this, Chinese could watch horse racing, but not participate in horse racing.

Until 1925, a provincial and Hong Kong general strike occurred in Hong Kong. After the incident subsided, the Hong Kong government adopted a relatively relaxed policy towards the Chinese, including abolishing the separate stands of the British and Chinese.

In 1927, under the instructions of Hong Kong Governor Kim Wentai, the Hong Kong Jockey Club allowed Chinese to become members for the first time, and invited compradors He Gantang and Rong Xianlong to become the first group of Chinese members.

When we arrived at the Happy Valley Horse Farm, welcoming Zhang Lang at the entrance of the district.

"Haha! Mr. Zhang, my dear friend! It's great to see you!" Kate stepped forward and gave Zhang Lang a warm hug.

"Haha, Governor, you are so enthusiastic! Mrs. Kate, it seems that the water and soil of our Xiangjiang River are really very nourishing. You are more beautiful than the last time you met!" Zhang Lang smiled and hugged Kate, and Mrs. Kate.

"Zhang Sheng, I didn't expect you to like horse racing too. If I had known it, I would have invited you to watch the horse racing long ago!" Li Chaoren greeted Zhang Lang with a smile.

"Haha! It's not too late now. I suggest to invite Zhang Sheng to join the Xiangjiang Jockey Club and become a member of the Xiangjiang Jockey Club!" Mr. Huo said with a smile and answered Li Chaoren's words.

"I am very honored to be a member of the Jockey Club!" Zhang Lang smiled and accepted Mr. Huo's kindness.

Before, Zhang Lang was like a guest to Xiangjiang, coming and going in a hurry.

Now his development ideas have changed and he is trying to integrate himself into the upper class of Xiangjiang, and the upper class of Xiangjiang also welcomes Zhang Lang's arrival.

After all, they cannot limit Zhang Lang's development. Although Zhang Lang's Fude Group's headquarters is located in Xiangjiang, its business focus is not on Xiangjiang, but on the whole of Asia.

Since there is no limit, it can only be accepted.

It’s like qiangjian. Since you can’t resist, you can only learn to enjoy it.

This is the mentality of the wealthy people in Hong Kong.

Of course, I also hope to communicate more with the mainland senior management through Zhang Lang.

In the eyes of most people, Zhang Lang is a white glove of the mainland government.

Everyone exchanged greetings for a moment and walked into the spacious VIP stands.

Zhang Lang held up the telescope and watched the horse racing preparations. He put down the telescope and said to Baron Kate, Mr. Huo and others: "I have a small suggestion. Now the horse racing level in Xiangjiang has reached international standards. It is time to let Xiangjiang's horse racing go to the world!

To celebrate my upcoming joining the Jockey Club, I am willing to pay for sponsorship and host an invitational race for the Hong Kong International Horse Race!”

"Mr. Zhang, your idea is simply amazing! For me, this is the best news I have heard since I took office!" Baron Kate agreed first.

The ability of Xiangjiang to hold a world-class Marseille is definitely a very important move on his resume.
Chapter completed!