In just eight years, The Everest has gone from not being on the face of the planet at all to being one of the most compelling drawcards in Australian racing — as well as the richest race on turf and the second richest on Earth.

And now as it gears up for its ninth edition this Saturday, there’s an extra special twist.

The $20 million slot race, extravaganza, hype-fest, and very arresting sprint contest has gone international!

Which is to say the best sprinter in the world has flown in from Asia to plunder the prize.

He’s Ka Ying Rising, he’s won 14 of 16 races, and he’s the most exciting thing to come out of Hong Kong since Jackie Chan eating some yum cha.

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