Teetan’s first Hong Kong winner came in 2013 aboard Amazing Always for David Ferraris, and from there, he has forged a stellar career highlighted by elite wins including the QEII Cup and Hong Kong Derby on Romantic Warrior, the Hong Kong Sprint and Chairman’s Sprint Prize on Mr Stunning, and the Champions & Chater Cup with Panfield.
Reflecting on his time in Hong Kong, Teetan has often expressed his gratitude for the opportunities and support he’s received. “It’s been a long ride, but I’ve enjoyed every moment of it. Hong Kong is home now.”
His ambition extends beyond Hong Kong, and in 2024 Teetan made his Lexus Melbourne Cup debut, partnering Mostly Cloudy (trained by Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young) to finish 18th. The race has captivated him since his early days in South Africa. “When I came to Hong Kong, I learned a lot about the Melbourne Cup,” he said. “Really how big the race is and how important it is for a lot of Australian people. It’s just amazing, the people that come to the races and the atmosphere.”
Now, the Hong Kong Jockey Club has granted Teetan permission to ride in Australia again – this time aboard the Chris Waller-trained Gatsby in the prestigious Yulong Newmarket Handicap on Super Saturday. It’s another significant moment in Teetan’s expanding international profile and a chance to show Australian fans why he’s such a respected figure in Hong Kong racing.
