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Peter Gordon Williams** (born January 23, 1920 – died October 14, 1982) was a British businessman and athlete. He was formerly a fencer and later became a renowned cricketer. He served in the British Indian Army during the Second World War.[1]

He later held prominent positions including Chairman of Inchcape Group, Chairman of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Hongkong Electric Company, and Vice-Chairman of HSBC. In 1972, he was appointed a member of the Hong Kong Legislative Council. From 1974 to 1981, he served as Chairman of the Royal Hong Kong Jockey Club, during which the Sha Tin Racecourse was constructed. [2]

See also

  • Peter Williams Cup

References

  1. ↑ Mr P. G. Williams, The Times, Saturday, Oct 16, 1982; pg. 10; Issue 61364; col F
  2. ↑ Former Jockey Club Chairman Peter Gordon Williams dies in England, Jockey Club to lower flags today in mourning, Hong Kong Industrial and Commercial Daily, 1982-10-15