Unstoppable: Ka Ying Rising Secures Legendary 20th Straight Win in Chairman’s Sprint Prize

On April 26, 2026, the G1 Chairman’s Sprint Prize held at Sha Tin Racecourse in Hong Kong witnessed a historic performance as the local absolute champion, Ka Ying Rising, dominated the field. With this victory, the superstar sprinter achieved an unprecedented milestone of 20 consecutive wins.

Ridden by jockey Zac Purton and starting as the overwhelming 1.0 favorite, Ka Ying Rising lived up to the immense expectations. In the home straight, he unleashed a supernatural burst of acceleration that made his rivals look like amateurs. Clocking an incredible final three furlongs in 32.24 seconds, he crossed the finish line more than four lengths ahead of the runner-up. Japan’s Satono Reve fought bravely to finish second for the second consecutive year, but was ultimately no match for the king of the turf.

Social media erupted following the shocking performance, with fans calling him a "cyborg" rather than a horse and claiming that even a field of the greatest sprinters in history could not touch him. His dominance has become so predictable that the phrase "Ka Ying Rising Bank" trended on X (formerly Twitter), suggesting that betting on him is as safe as depositing money in a bank.

With Romantic Warrior also securing a victory on the same day, the results further solidified the overwhelming depth of Hong Kong’s sprint and middle-distance ranks. Ka Ying Rising is now slated for a campaign in Australia, where he will target a second consecutive victory in the world’s richest turf race, The Everest. The legend of this monster of the turf continues to grow, and his momentum shows no signs of slowing down.

The context

Horse racing is a premier sport in Hong Kong, and the region is globally recognized for producing world-class sprinters. Sha Tin Racecourse serves as the main stage for these elite athletes. Ka Ying Rising has become a cultural phenomenon, representing the pinnacle of Hong Kong's racing excellence. The term "Bank" (銀行) is common slang in Japanese and Hong Kong racing circles to describe a horse so dominant that their victory is considered a certainty for bettors. This victory further cements the rivalry between Hong Kong and Japanese raiders, who frequently travel to Sha Tin to challenge the local champions.

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