The Chinese New Year Raceday was held today (18 February) at Sha Tin Racecourse. HKJC Chairman Dr. Simon S O Ip ; Stewards and the HKJC senior officials officiate at the eye-dotting ceremony during the opening ceremony of the Chinese New Year Raceday.

Officiating guests join for a group photo at the opening ceremony of the Chinese New Year Raceday. From left : HKJC Steward Mrs. Margaret Leung, HKJC Steward Mr. Stephen Ip Shu Kwan, HKJC CEO Mr. Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, HKJC Chairman Dr. Simon S O Ip, HKJC Deputy Chairman Mr. Anthony W K Chow, HKJC Steward Mr. Lester C H Kwok, HKJC Steward The Hon. Sir C K Chow, HKJC Steward Mr. Silas S S Yang.

Jockeys greet fans at the opening ceremony and wish them good fortune and prosperity in the Year of the Dog.

Spectacular dragon and lion dances summon good fortune and encapsulate the festive mood.

Veteran Hong Kong singers Adam Cheng and Liza Wang perform their popular CNY tunes.

Feng shui master Mak Ling Ling shares her lucky tips for the CNY Raceday.

Adam Cheng, Liza Wang and Mak Ling Ling make an appearance at the Chinese New Year Raceday.

The flowery Blossom Avenue and lucky windmills at the racecourse bring blessings for a prosperous year.