Kinane extends Hong Kong stay
Monday, 19 March 2001 19:27Top Irish jockey Michael Kinane has had his Hong Kong contract extended by five weeks pending the resumption of racing in Ireland. Irish racing has been shutdown since February 25 because of the outbreak of foot and mouth disease in the United Kingdom but is due to restart on April 14.
Kinane, currently employed as a club rider, was originally due to end his stint in the Chinese territory on March 25. However, the Hong Kong Jockey Club today confirmed that the Irish jockey has been granted an extension up until and including April 30. By the same token, the arrangement is a flexible one. This means that he can be released at an earlier date should such a request be made.
Kinane has ridden two winners in Hong Kong this year, including a shock success on 49-1 shot Idol in the prestigious Hong Kong Gold Cup. (PA)
Filed by Shane Murray
