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Horse racing continues to amaze us, and so does Hong Kong Jockey Club with its exhilarating roster. Hong Kong’s most prominent equestrian organization will host multiple high-stake races this Sunday, at the famed Sha Tin track. In one of these high-voltage races, one of Australia’s best jockeys, Brenton Avdulla will look to continue his domination.

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Earlier last month, the Australian was aboard Helios Express and extended the horses’s winning streak to three consecutive victories. He recently spoke highly of the Australian Bay, while also revealing some secrets of his success with the horse.

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Brenton Avdulla shares insights on Helios Express

Hong Kong Jockey Club posted an interview with Brenton Avdulla. The Australian jockey is set to ride Helios Express again at the Sha Tin this Sunday. “@brentonavdulla is aiming to guide Helios Express (10) to the horse’s fourth straight win this Sunday..”, the caption of the post read. With Helios Express coming from back-to-back victories, Abdulla has expressed high hopes for Sunday’s fixture.

He is a talented horse. He is probably stiff not to be undefeated”, Avdulla explained. Although the 2017/18 Sydney Champion Jockey has ridden Helios only once competitively, where they won, he believes the 4-year-old is in ‘good form’ and would outpace his rivals. “I expect him to go there and be very competitive again“, Brenton expressed high hopes as Helios Express continues rising above the rest.

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Impressive horse racing record of Helios Express

Helios Express was undefeated in his last 3 races, winning back-to-back 1200m races. The 4-year-old Australian gelding is owned by Andy Yung Ming Tai, and sired by Toronado. Helios made his debut last year in June at the Shan Tin track, finishing 2nd. Soon, he rose through the ranks and stands as one of the most renowned horses in Hong Kong’s equestrian arena.

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After the impressive debut, Helios Express won two consecutive 1200m races at Sha Tin led by jockey Z Purton. However, the duo parted  ways, and Breton got the opportunity. Riding for the first time this season, the duo won another 1200m race at the Sha Tin turf in November. With three victories already in the bag, Brenton is hopeful of a fourth straight 1200m victory for Helios Express this Sunday.

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