This Sunday, the prestigious Equine Sanctuary Tunku Gold Cup at the Selangor Turf Club promises an exhilarating display of riding talent, featuring four exceptional expatriate jockeys flying in to compete; CC Wong, Marc Lerner, Blaike McDougall, and Carlos Henrique.
CC Wong, a celebrated jockey with an impressive track record in both Malaysia and Singapore, is known for his precision and strategic prowess. With numerous Group 1 victories, including the recent Kranji Mile, under his belt, Wong is set to ride KC Tiang’s Antipodean, a seasoned competitor aiming to reclaim its winning form.

Adding international flair, Marc Lerner, a distinguished French jockey, brings a wealth of global experience to the race. Renowned for his adaptability to diverse racing conditions, Lerner’s presence heightens the anticipation. This Sunday, he will team up with V Sivan’s Super Salute in pursuit of the glory.

From Australia, Blaike McDougall showcases his tactical acumen and skillful riding. McDougall has solidified his reputation with recent victories at Sungai Besi. He partners with Witnessimpact, trained by Simon Dunderdale.

Meanwhile, Carlos Henrique needs no introduction. The well-travelled jockey, currently on a year-long license, tasted success just last week aboard Hurricane. This Sunday, Henrique will join forces with Dunderdale’s Awesome Storm, adding further excitement to the Cup race.

The Equine Sanctuary Tunku Gold Cup, named in honor of Malaysia’s first Prime Minister, Tunku Abdul Rahman, stands as one of the most prestigious events on the Malaysian horse racing calendar. With these four outstanding jockeys vying for victory, racing fans can anticipate an unforgettable day of thrilling competition.