News Land-Based 9 September 2022
Michael Lee named Chairman of Hong Kong Jockey Club
Peter Lynch
Hong Kong Jockey Club appointed Michael Lee its Chairman, Eric Li Ka Cheung as Deputy Chairman.
This decision was made by the newly elected Board of Stewards that elected Lee at the 8 September Annual General Meeting of the Hong Kong Jockey Club. Philip Chen, who served 16 years in Club Stewards, and two of those as Chairman, has now succeeded Lee.
The AGM saw three new Stewards elected by the voting members. Jackson Woo Ka Biu and Ann Kung Yeung Yun Chi were also elected, and Anita Fu Yuen Mei filled the gaps left behind Rosanna Wong Yuick-ming, Rosanna Tang Yatsun, and Richard Tang Yatsun.
Biu is elected for three years, while Chi and Mei are elected for two-year or one-year terms.
“Mr Philip Chen provided guidance to the Club at a challenging time,” said Lee. “The Club has maintained both its racing and its strong contribution to the community throughout the pandemic. During his tenure Philip was supportive, especially through the launch of the Club’s updated racing and charities strategies, which continue to provide a blueprint for the future development of the Club.
“I am truly honoured to take up the leadership of The Hong Kong Jockey Club. It’s an exciting time at the Club with world-class racing and great prospects for the Greater Bay Area equine sector, as well as the growing popularity of our sport.
“Equally, the Club remains strongly committed to its purpose – the Betterment of our Society. With the pandemic still posing a major challenge, we will work even harder to help those in need.”
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