New Longines timepieces celebrate the Longines Hong Kong International Races and the Longines World's Best Jockey Award

      The Longines Hong Kong International Races saw the grand finale of the annual horse racing season, presented with passion at the Sha Tin Racecourse in Hong Kong before a record-breaking crowd of over eighty thousand spectators. For the fourth consecutive year, Longines served as the title partner, official timekeeper, and official watch of the event. Longines Ambassador of Elegance Simon Baker attended the event to experience the spectacular international horse racing, which combines the beauty of speed and style. At the welcome gala dinner held on 12 11, Longines, in partnership with the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities, presented the second annual “ Longines World’s Best Jockey Award ” (Longines World’s Best Jockey Award). Taking this event as an opportunity, Longines also launched the new Equestrian Collection, incorporating iconic elements from equestrian sports into the watch designs to pay tribute to the brand's century-long passion for equestrianism. ·

        On a clear winter day, Longines continued its year-long equestrian momentum by presenting the Longines Hong Kong International Races to racing enthusiasts, as well as the Longines International Jockeys' Championship as a prelude, kicking off the grand finale of the annual racing season. For the fourth consecutive year, Longines served as the title partner, official timekeeper, and official watch for both events.

Longines Ambassador of Elegance Simon·Baker attends the Longines Hong Kong International Races

       On 13/12, the Longines Hong Kong International Races commenced at the Sha Tin Racecourse in Hong Kong. Under the gaze of over eighty thousand horse racing enthusiasts, four international Group One races were held in succession. British jockey Ryan Moore, riding “Highland Reel” and “Maurice”, secured the championship titles for the “Longines Hong Kong Vase” and the “Longines Hong Kong Mile” respectively, making him the biggest winner of the day. In the “Longines Hong Kong Sprint”, Brazilian jockey Joao Moreira rode “Peniaphobia” to victory. The “Longines Hong Kong Cup” was won by Japanese jockey Yutaka Take aboard “A Shin Hikari”. All winning owners, trainers, and jockeys were presented with a championship trophy and an elegant timepiece from the Longines Master Collection. Previously, the Longines International Jockeys' Championship, which serves as the curtain-raiser for this event, took place on 9/12 at the Happy Valley Racecourse in Hong Kong, where South African jockey Gavin Lerena claimed the title and was awarded a Longines watch.

        While the Longines Hong Kong International Races featured intense competition, it also showcased a vibrant display of style trackside. On the day of the event, Longines Ambassador of Elegance and Australian actor Simon · Baker made a stylish appearance and presented the “ Longines Prize for Elegance ” and a Longines timepiece to the most elegant lady on-site.  

       On 11/12, during the intense intervals of the horse racing season, Longines joined forces with the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities to proudly host the Longines Hong Kong International Races Welcome Gala Dinner and present the second annual “Longines World's Best Jockey Award”. This award is based on the 100 highest-rated international Group One races as determined by the “Longines World's Best Racehorse Rankings” jury, with the most outstanding jockey of the year selected according to race points. This year, Italian-born, UK-based jockey Lanfranco Frankie Dettori claimed the second annual “Longines World's Best Jockey Award” thanks to his consistent and exceptional performance.

Dettori was presented with the second annual “Longines World's Best Jockey Award”, with Longines Vice President and Head of International Marketing Mr Juan·Carlos·Capelli (left) and International Federation of Horseracing Authorities Chairman Mr Louis·Romanet (right) presenting the award to the winning jockey.

        Frankie Dettori was presented with a “ Gingko Apollo Extra ” crystal trophy. The trophy is engraved with a group of galloping horses and will permanently bear the name of the winning jockey. Frankie Dettori was also presented with a Longines Master Collection rose gold moon phase chronograph watch. As the official watch of the Longines Hong Kong International Races and the Longines International Jockeys' Championship, the latter exudes a classic elegant style combined with exceptional craftsmanship, and has been sought after by watch enthusiasts worldwide since its launch in 2005

        During the event, Longines proudly launched the new Longines Equestrian collection watches, showcasing the elegant charm of the new timepieces to watch enthusiasts at the event and dinner. The shapes and materials of this collection draw inspiration from iconic elements of equestrian sports. Symbolic elements such as arched horseshoes, stirrups, and leather are cleverly integrated into the design. Through bold and innovative lines, the Equestrian collection seems to transform into gracefully stepping horses, dancing a wonderful waltz on the wearer's wrist.

        Longines' connection with equestrian sports dates back to 1878, when the brand produced a milestone chronograph that would go down in history. This stopwatch was engraved with a jockey and his mount, and was already popular among jockeys and racing enthusiasts at the racecourse in 1881. Today, Longines has become the official partner of the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities and the International Federation for Equestrian Sports, widely participating in equestrian events such as flat racing, show jumping, and endurance competitions.

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        Continuing the brand's long-standing respect for equestrian sports and its emphasis on female customers, Longines has launched the new Longines Equestrian collection, whose shapes and materials draw inspiration from iconic equestrian elements. This arched watch has a 26 mm diameter, and its diamond-set stainless steel case houses a quartz movement. The mother-of-pearl dials are set with diamond hour markers and matched with blued steel hands, while the stitched leather strap mirrors a rider's attire.

        Continuing the brand's long-standing respect for equestrian sports and its emphasis on female customers, Longines has launched the new Longines Equestrian collection, whose shapes and materials draw inspiration from iconic equestrian elements. This stirrup-shaped watch has a 30 mm diameter, and its diamond-set stainless steel case houses a quartz movement. The mother-of-pearl dials are set with diamond hour markers and matched with blued steel hands, while the stitched leather strap mirrors a rider's attire.

        As a traditional watch manufacturer, Longines has produced many exceptional timepieces since its inception. The Longines Master Collection is a perfect embodiment of the brand's spirit, achieving tremendous success since its launch in 2005. This chronograph has a 40 mm diameter and is equipped with an automatic mechanical movement. The silver dial stamped with a barleycorn pattern is paired with handsome blued steel hands, elegantly accentuating the moon phase display function. This watch is fitted with a brown alligator leather strap.

        As a traditional watch manufacturer, Longines has produced many exceptional timepieces since its inception. The Longines Master Collection is a perfect embodiment of the brand's spirit, achieving tremendous success since its launch in 2005. This chronograph has a 40 mm diameter and is equipped with an automatic mechanical movement. The silver dial stamped with a barleycorn pattern is paired with handsome blued steel hands, elegantly accentuating the moon phase display function. This watch is fitted with a stainless steel bracelet and features a triple safety folding clasp.

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