In 1849, on the shoreline of Hong Kong Harbour, the original Victoria Recreation Clubhouse was established. Having been in operation in Canton since 1832, Victoria Recreation Club is the oldest sporting and recreation club in the territory. The primary functions of the club were water sports, with rowing in the main. Members have represented Hong Kong in international events, and the Deep Water Bay clubhouse still shows the winners of many swimming and water-polo competitions.
This section gathers Race Results, Competition Records, and Notable Athletes. The club remains a founding member of the Hong Kong Sports Federation & Olympic Committee. For general enquiries write to enquiry@vrc.com.hk.
Race Results
Founded in 1849 on the Hong Kong Harbour shoreline; roots in Canton since 1832.
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Race Search and Historical Records for club crews, the Deep Water Bay Regatta, and earlier seasons.
Race Results
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Club Records on stated courses, and Event Records at named Victoria Recreation Club hosted fixtures.
Competition Records
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Legacy Profiles of coaches and captains, and Current International Athletes still racing with Victoria Recreation Club sections.
Notable AthletesHarbour racing notes and photographs from the heritage library.
Historical RecordsBest Victoria Recreation Club marks on a stated course, posted when timing is confirmed.
Club RecordsBest marks at a named Victoria Recreation Club hosted fixture, including visiting crews.
Event RecordsCoaches, captains, and athletes recorded in club history.
Legacy ProfilesMembers racing for Hong Kong or their nation, and published overseas fixtures.
Current internationalsFrom Canton in 1832 to Hong Kong Harbour in 1849, and the winners on the clubhouse wall.
Club HistoryNominations, extracts, and general heritage enquiries go to the Club office.
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