Hong Kong Derby
The racing distance of the Hong Kong Derby has varied over the years. From 2000 to present, the distance has been 2000 metres, with the starting point in front of the Sha Tin grandstand. From 1977 to 1999, the race was held over 1800m. From 1973 to 1976, the distance was 2230m. From 1967 to 1972, the distance was "From The Two Mile Post Once Round &amp; In" (1 mile 171 yards.) From 1963 to 1966, the distance was 1 1/4 mile. In 1961 &amp; 1962, the distance was "From the Half Mile Post Once Round &amp; In" (1 mile 3 furlongs 65 yards.) From 1947 to 1960, the distance was One and a Half mile**.