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Brett Crawford

Brett Crawford: A highly accomplished horse trainer, he boasts over 1,400 career winners and 38 Group 1 victories, including consecutive Durban July wins in 2023 and 2024. Originally from Zimbabwe, he built a distinguished career in South Africa, gaining experience under top trainers before establishing Crawford Racing. Renowned for his methodical approach and professionalism, he has trained numerous top-class thoroughbreds. He is now embarking on a significant new role, joining the Hong Kong Jockey Club for the 2025-26 season, marking a new international chapter in his extensive career. His son, James, will continue the South African operations.

Brett Crawford

Crawford faces tactical puzzle as Mr Incredible begins Classic Mile quest

One of the city’s top youngsters makes his reappearance but needs to overcome a nightmare draw in stall 11.

The HK Racing Postscript: who’s hot, who’s not and the best of September

Teetan buoyed by Patch’s development and trial ahead of Celebration Cup

Crawford in no rush as he plots Classic Series path for Mr Incredible

The second-season trainer looks to build on a 28-win debut campaign that included a Group Three success.

Crawford hoping PI Legend can transfer winning all-weather form to Sha Tin turf

Sunday will see the four-year-old son maintain the services of Karis Teetan after almost a month between runs.

Crawford hoping grey can get Public’s Attention with breakthrough local win

South African trainer heads to Sha Tin with Australian Group Three winner off the back of a double on Saturday.

Atzeni clinches best Hong Kong season with double crowned by King’s big win

Sardinian jockey surpasses his previous benchmark of 58 wins after booting home Master Lucky and David Eustace’s talented sprinter.

Classic Series early look: trainers weigh in on their young hopefuls

The SCMP analyses some of this campaign’s top three-year-olds as they gear towards the four-year-old series in 2027.

Crawford happy with first Hong Kong campaign as he eyes more transfer success

The South African trainer will look to add to his 21 wins in his debut season in the city with six runners at Sha Tin on Sunday.

The HK Racing Postscript: who’s hot, who’s not and the best win and ride of May

Zac Purton and Joao Moreira had big months, while Caspar Fownes and Cody Mo were the best of the trainers.

Fownes draws two clear in championship race as trio of debutants strike

Papaya Brose and Family Jewel help trainer extend his title lead, while 53-1 roughie Joyful Joy heads three first-starters to score.

Stormy Grove ‘close’ to top level as Lor hopes for further progress at Sha Tin

The top trainer also runs the likes of excitement machine Smart Golf and veteran Money Catcher on Sunday’s card.

Crawford keeps momentum rolling with Mugen as Newnham bags bittersweet double

South African handler helps Group Three winner break long drought as Australian trainer experiences roller coaster day.

McLaren’s Oscar Piastri outshines Mercedes duo to go fastest in Japan practice

Teenager Kimi Antonelli, who won career-first grand prix in China, finishes second, with early championship leader George Russell third.

Strong Sha Tin line-up for Hewitson headlined by Supreme Sea and Packing Angel

South African jockey looks forward to solid chances on both turf and all-weather tracks on Sunday.

Chau celebrates 200th Hong Kong win with brilliant treble at Sha Tin

Fresh from nine winners in February, young jockey kicks off March in style with three-timer to reach a career milestone.

Crawford set to keep the good times rolling with strong Sha Tin squad

The 54-year-old’s Sunday chances are headlined by Lovero, Conspirator and Beauty Missile.

Lui continues great 2026 as Atzeni and Cruz also secure doubles at Sha Tin

Amazing Partners and Turquoise Velocity hand veteran handler a double as his stable’s top form rolls on.

Crawford fancies weight swing and return to Sha Tin for Encountered in G3 Vase

South African handler expects his galloper to relish a 6lb turnaround on Speed Dragon and switch in course for Sunday’s feature.

Lui bags two Class Twos and unveils smart debutant to extend superb form

Veteran trainer continues a big two-week period with Winning Wing, Invincible Shield and Gold Patch victorious on Sunday.

Atzeni trebles up as Shum hits 900 Hong Kong winners at Sha Tin

The Sardinian jockey rode his second treble in the city, while veteran trainer brings up another milestone on the all-dirt card.

Who wins at Sha Tin? In-form Emblazon can make the leap to Class Three

Jay Rooney provides an extended rundown of his tips for Sunday’s 11-race card.

Guyon extends hot form with double as Newnham unveils smart debut winner

French jockey continues to gather momentum in Hong Kong with a brace, while Supreme Sea makes an impressive start to his career.

Double delight for Crawford and Fownes at Happy Valley

There were also winners for British duo Hollie Doyle and Richard Kingscote at the city circuit.

Crawford’s ‘fairy tale’ continues as Encountered takes Group Three glory

The South African’s brilliant start to life in the city continues as he wins with his first Group runner.

Who wins at Sha Tin? Strathpeffer a super chance to salute again

Jay Rooney runs through his selections for the 10-race card, which is highlighted by the Group Three Sa Sa Ladies’ Purse.

Crawford has one slight concern ahead of HK Group race debut with Encountered

South African handler hopes the Sha Tin track won’t be too firm for consistent galloper in Sunday’s feature.

Crawford has high hopes of Class Two Valley victory with Encountered

First-season Hong Kong handler believes his six-year-old can go one better after a slashing first-up second to Lo Rider.