Karis Teetan off to a flying start with jockeys’ sprint win as Japan ride on Mugen looms
The Mauritian secured a fifth triumph in the annual relay event on Saturday as he eyes upcoming international success
Karis Teetan started the new season on a winning note in Saturday’s jockeys’ sprint as he prepares for the upcoming Group One ride on rising star Mugen in Japan.
Teaming up with apprentice Ellis Wong Chi-wang in the 100m relay contest down the Sha Tin straight, the Mauritian rider overhauled Australian Brenton Avdulla late to claim his fifth success in the annual jockeys’ sprint.
Having finished second to champion Zac Purton in last term’s premiership with 86 wins, Teetan is excited about his prospects this campaign which include Mugen in the Group One Sprinters Stakes (1,200m) on September 29.
The 34-year-old has ridden Pierre Ng Pang-chi’s quality sprinter in all of his four career victories, including the Group Three Premier Cup (1,400m) in June.
“It’s very exciting,” Teetan said.