Happy Valley Races: DAEJEON HANDICAP Result – April 29, 2026 | HK Racing
- Douglas Whyte enjoyed a successful evening at Happy Valley Racecourse on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, securing a treble, with Giant Ballon’s performance being a highlight.
- The day’s racing included the Daejeon Handicap (Class 5) (Course C) (Turf), a competitive event that tested the stamina and skill of the horses.
- Detailed results from the Daejeon Handicap, as reported by the South China Morning Post, show the following finishers:
Douglas Whyte enjoyed a successful evening at Happy Valley Racecourse on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, securing a treble, with Giant Ballon’s performance being a highlight. The victory reinforces Whyte’s standing in Hong Kong racing.
The day’s racing included the Daejeon Handicap (Class 5) (Course C) (Turf), a competitive event that tested the stamina and skill of the horses. According to race results, one horse in the Daejeon Handicap showed significant progress, moving from a midfield position on the outer side of the track. The horse gained ground from over 1f out and maintained a strong pace to the finish.
Daejeon Handicap Results
Detailed results from the Daejeon Handicap, as reported by the South China Morning Post, show the following finishers:

- 4, 7, PERFECT PAIRING, John Size, H. Bowman
- 5, 6, KASA PAPAA, S. Cruz, C. L. Chau
- 6, 11, ISLAND GOLDEN, K. L. Man, Y. L. Chung
- 7, 10, HAPPY BUDDIES
The South China Morning Post reported the results of the race on April 29, 2026.
Whyte’s strong performance at Happy Valley positions him well for future competition in Hong Kong racing. Upcoming races are expected to present new challenges for Whyte and other jockeys and trainers.
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