RESTART is the Hong Kong Jockey Club's dedicated racehorse aftercare programme reflecting the Club's commitment to racehorses beyond their competitive racing years.
The programme encompasses the Club's longstanding Hong Kong based Retired Racehorse Retraining Programme and initiatives dedicated to former Hong Kong horses now residing overseas.
The programme is founded on 5 pillars:
Traceability
Tracking and tracing of former Hong Kong racehorses
Overseas Connections
Partnerships with overseas racing jurisdictions for a holistic approach to aftercare
Emergency Care
Support mechanisms for responding to, and supporting emergency welfare cases
Education
Assisting owners transitioning their horses out of racing into second careers
Community Engagement
Recognition, support and promotion of former racehorses in second careers
