After more than four decades of horse racing, Macao hosted its final race meeting on Saturday, marking the end of an era for the sport in the city known for its sprawling casinos. The closure of the horse racing track coincides with a resurgence in the city's casino sector, as Macau's gaming revenue in March exceeded analyst expectations, signaling a robust recovery in the world's largest casino hub to a post-COVID high. This shift reflects a broader transformation in Macao's gambling landscape, moving away from traditional sports betting towards casino gaming, which has seen a significant uptick in income post-COVID.
The official end of horse racing in Macao on Monday marks the latest shift on the former Portuguese colony's gambling scene. https://t.co/NzePiPrXC8
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China's gambling hub of Macao holds its final horse race, ending a tradition of over 40 years https://t.co/Cto3CUPaik
After more than 40 years, Macao’s horse racing track hosted its final races on Saturday, bringing an end to the sport in the city famous for its massive casinos. https://t.co/cogY7dHaQu
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