Ka Ying Rising started the new racing season in Hong Kong on Sunday in much the same manner that he finished the last one, cruising to victory in the HKSAR Chief Executive’s Cup as his rivals trailed far behind. The horse of the year powered his way to a record-extending 21st straight win in a Group Three race that came with a HK$4.2 million purse. Despite carrying 135lb in the 1,200m handicap, the David Hayes-trained star lowered the track record by 0.99 seconds and won by 7¾ lengths, laying...