Happy Valley 09 October 2024
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A winner at 1m. Beaten 2 1/4l by Reliable Profit when second of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 2 1/4l by Reliable Profit when second of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Placed in three of 25 starts. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Deal Completed when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed in three of 25 starts. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Deal Completed when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all eight starts. Beaten 6l behind Devas Twelve when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all eight starts. Beaten 6l behind Devas Twelve when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l behind Sky Song when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to soft) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l behind Sky Song when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to soft) last month.
A winner at 1m. Third of 12 behind Gale Saga beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m. Third of 12 behind Gale Saga beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed once in 20 starts. Finished 3/4l behind Ninja Derby when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in 20 starts. Finished 3/4l behind Ninja Derby when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to yielding. Third of 10 behind Arthur's Kingdom beaten 3 1/2l on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good to soft) last month.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to yielding. Third of 10 behind Arthur's Kingdom beaten 3 1/2l on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good to soft) last month.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 1/2l by Ninja Derby when second of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 1/2l by Ninja Derby when second of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
#6 Running Ahead showed promise on his Class 5 debut over this course and distance, closing strongly into fourth despite a wide draw. Moving to barrier 1 here gives his connections an excellent chance to settle closer to the pace and boost his winning chances. #1 Go Go Go has been ultra-consistent, and with Zac Purton staying aboard from barrier 4, it's tough to see him running a bad race. #2 Kasa Papa is one to follow now that he drops into Class 5 for the first time. The booking of Hugh Bowman is a key positive, and despite having excuses in Class 4 after a late-season stable switch to Tony Cruz, he's been performing well. #7 Right Honourable, second-up, signalled that a win could be near with a solid third-place finish. The old boy may still have something to offer here.
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten a nose by Happy Tango when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month, his only placing from 9 starts.
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten a nose by Happy Tango when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month, his only placing from 9 starts.
A winner at 6f. Third of 12 behind Sonic Boom beaten 3/4l on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in July. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Size in Hong Kong.
A winner at 6f. Third of 12 behind Sonic Boom beaten 3/4l on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in July. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Size in Hong Kong.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 12 behind Happy Tango beaten 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 12 behind Happy Tango beaten 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Super Elite when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) in July.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Super Elite when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) in July.
Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 7l behind Prince Of Porty when 9th of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in July.
Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 7l behind Prince Of Porty when 9th of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in July.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 3/4l behind Daily Trophy when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 3/4l behind Daily Trophy when seventh of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in ten starts. Beaten 6l behind Happy Tango when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in ten starts. Beaten 6l behind Happy Tango when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Happy Tango when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Happy Tango when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in 11 starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Happy Tango when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in 11 starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Happy Tango when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 5l behind Happy Tango when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 5l behind Happy Tango when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
#2 Speedy Fortune could break through as David Eustace's first winner in Hong Kong. While it's a competitive race for Class 5, the horse finished last season in solid form, placing twice at this level on the downgrade. His trials leading into this race have been positive without being fully tested. #1 Parents' Love signalled his readiness with a close second at this course and distance in his first Class 5 run last time out. Zac Purton stays aboard, and a maiden victory seems imminent. #3 Ace Talent also has strong claims, especially with the in-form Caspar Fownes and Hugh Bowman partnership combining. The horse's form is consistent and hard to overlook. #4 Good View Glory was impressive winning at this course and distance two starts ago, but his subsequent run at Sha Tin was below expectations. With the benefit of barrier 1 here, he can bounce back.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 4l behind Deal Completed when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 4l behind Deal Completed when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed once in seven starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Colonel when sixth of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to soft) last month.
Placed once in seven starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Colonel when sixth of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good to soft) last month.
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Joy Of Spring when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good to firm) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Richards.
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 11l behind Joy Of Spring when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good to firm) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Richards.
Half-brother to Soldier Lions, won at 6f. Beaten 12l behind Winning Gold when 13th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with C S Shum in Hong Kong.
Half-brother to Soldier Lions, won at 6f. Beaten 12l behind Winning Gold when 13th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in May. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with C S Shum in Hong Kong.
Half-brother to Sejardan, won twice at 5f. Beaten 12l behind King Miles when 12th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with C S Shum in Hong Kong.
Half-brother to Sejardan, won twice at 5f. Beaten 12l behind King Miles when 12th of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with C S Shum in Hong Kong.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Team Happy when fifth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Team Happy when fifth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed in three of six starts. Beaten 1/2l by Rocket Spade when second of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Placed in three of six starts. Beaten 1/2l by Rocket Spade when second of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 8l behind Packing Power when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 8l behind Packing Power when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in 12 starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Master Mastermind when fifth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed once in 12 starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Master Mastermind when fifth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 18l behind Rocket Spade when last of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 18l behind Rocket Spade when last of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Forever Glorious when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Forever Glorious when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Turin Warrior when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in April.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Turin Warrior when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in April.
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Devas Twelve when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Devas Twelve when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
#7 Super Unicorn will be well-fancied as Frankie Lor and Zac Purton team up with this maiden who is overdue for a win. Last time out, he was a luckless runner-up after racing ungenerously and being steadied at a crucial moment. With barrier 1 in his favour, he looks poised to finally break through. #1 Northern Beast has barrier 11 to contend with, but second-up conditions should suit him better than first-up, when he was in need of the run. He also reunites with Hugh Bowman at a track he's had success on. #2 Flying Wrote tries this distance for the first time, but his solid trial form between races suggests he could be a knockout chance. #3 Kimberley has switched to the Danny Shum stable in the off-season and showed improvement in his trials, so a better performance can be expected.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 3l behind Super Joy N Fun when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 3l behind Super Joy N Fun when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Beauty Destiny when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance in May.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Beauty Destiny when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance in May.
Placed in three of five starts. Finished 1 1/4l behind Spicy Gold when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Placed in three of five starts. Finished 1 1/4l behind Spicy Gold when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Spicy Gold when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Spicy Gold when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Finished 2l behind Golden Luck when fifth of 10 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Finished 2l behind Golden Luck when fifth of 10 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance last month.
Placed once in two starts. Beaten 3/4l by Sergeant Pepper when second of 12 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Placed once in two starts. Beaten 3/4l by Sergeant Pepper when second of 12 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Sergeant Pepper when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Sergeant Pepper when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 4l behind Patch Of Cosmo when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 4l behind Patch Of Cosmo when seventh of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten behind Ballistic Win when last of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in July.
Unplaced in both starts. Well beaten behind Ballistic Win when last of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in July.
Placed once in seven starts. Beaten 6l behind Golden Luck when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed once in seven starts. Beaten 6l behind Golden Luck when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Finished 2 1/4l behind Courier Aladdin when fifth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in July. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with W K Mo.
Yet to place in five starts. Finished 2 1/4l behind Courier Aladdin when fifth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in July. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with W K Mo.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Golden Luck beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Golden Luck beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Unplaced in all six starts. Beaten 8l behind Patch Of Cosmo when last of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all six starts. Beaten 8l behind Patch Of Cosmo when last of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 10l behind Mr Energia when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 10l behind Mr Energia when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
#1 King Eccellente returns to Class 4, where his chances tend to be stronger. He's a fit horse after two runs this season and has the advantage of Hugh Bowman taking the reins from a favourable draw in barrier 4. #3 Aurora Lady has been knocking on the door for a win and ran bravely for fourth last time, despite being asked to do too much on the lead. #5 Unison will improve on his second career start here after gaining valuable experience first-up, and barrier 2 will ensure a smooth run. #11 Never Peter Out makes his seasonal return for a new stable, having switched to Frankie Lor's yard. His best effort came late last season, and with barrier 1, he should get a comfortable trip.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 9l behind The Perfect Match when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in May.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 9l behind The Perfect Match when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in May.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 13l behind Super Win Dragon when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 13l behind Super Win Dragon when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) in June, beating Gimme Five by 1 1/4l.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) in June, beating Gimme Five by 1 1/4l.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Cheval Valiant when fifth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Cheval Valiant when fifth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Sweet Briar when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Sweet Briar when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Golden Luck when second of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 3/4l by Golden Luck when second of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 4l behind Geneva when sixth of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 4l behind Geneva when sixth of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all seven starts. Finished 5l behind Perfect General when fifth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Unplaced in all seven starts. Finished 5l behind Perfect General when fifth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed twice in six starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Scotch Tycoon when second of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed twice in six starts. Beaten 2 1/4l by Scotch Tycoon when second of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in four starts. Finished 6l behind Shanghai Style when sixth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in July.
Yet to place in four starts. Finished 6l behind Shanghai Style when sixth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in July.
Yet to place in four starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Spicy Gold when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July.
Yet to place in four starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Spicy Gold when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July.
Successful twice at 6f on good and yielding ground. Third of 9 behind Sweet Briar beaten 1 1/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good and yielding ground. Third of 9 behind Sweet Briar beaten 1 1/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 13l behind Amazing Fun when last of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 5f (good) in July.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 13l behind Amazing Fun when last of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 5f (good) in July.
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 9l behind Master Mastermind when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 9l behind Master Mastermind when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
#5 Gallant Valour turned in a solid fourth-place effort first-up and will benefit from improved fitness. He reunites with Hugh Bowman and draws well in gate 4, giving him a good chance in this highly competitive race. #1 High Percentage was in stellar form last season, winning two consecutive races by wide margins before a setback. With Zac Purton aboard and barrier 1, he's well-positioned to return to his best provided he is back in good health. #7 Happy Park is showing steady improvement and his strong Sha Tin form could transfer well to his first run at Happy Valley. #12 Tactical Command delivered an impressive first-up run, his best effort yet in Class 4, and he looks capable of continuing to perform in this grade.
Placed once in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Amazing Duck when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D J Whyte.
Placed once in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Amazing Duck when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D J Whyte.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 9l behind Chain Of Gold when 10th of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) in June.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 9l behind Chain Of Gold when 10th of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) in June.
Yet to place in seven starts. Finished 2l behind Colonel when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Yet to place in seven starts. Finished 2l behind Colonel when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Prince Of Porty when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Prince Of Porty when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in July.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Sweet Briar when fifth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Sweet Briar when fifth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3 1/2l behind First Love when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) in July. Having his first run for a new stable today.
He has won three times at 6f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3 1/2l behind First Love when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) in July. Having his first run for a new stable today.
A winner over this course and distance (good to soft) last month, beating Speedy Chariot by 1/2l.
A winner over this course and distance (good to soft) last month, beating Speedy Chariot by 1/2l.
Placed in five of 13 starts. Beaten 1/2l by Sweet Briar when second of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed in five of 13 starts. Beaten 1/2l by Sweet Briar when second of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Colonel when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Colonel when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Placed twice in nine starts. Finished 4l behind Perfect General when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Placed twice in nine starts. Finished 4l behind Perfect General when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Fast Network when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Fast Network when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Super Legends when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Super Legends when 9th of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f on good ground. Finished 5l behind Perfect General when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f on good ground. Finished 5l behind Perfect General when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 13l behind Amazing Fun when last of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 5f (good) in July.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 13l behind Amazing Fun when last of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 5f (good) in July.
#1 Swift Ascend presents a strong chance for David Eustace to secure a win, dropping into Class 4 for the first time. His past Class 3 performances should serve him well here. Though first-up after an eight-month break poses a slight query, Zac Purton in the saddle from a low draw in barrier 3 is a positive. #9 Talents Supremo benefits from another good gate in barrier 1, and if he jumps cleanly, he appears an honest chance. #3 Nebraskan, a late-fading fifth first-up, looked in need of the run but was only beaten less than two lengths, making him a fitter proposition this time. #2 King Glorioso drops into Class 4 for the first time and has shown improvement in a recent trial under Hugh Bowman, who rides him on race day. He looks ready to take a step forward.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Simply Maverick by 1/2l.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Simply Maverick by 1/2l.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Helene Warrior when 10th of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Helene Warrior when 10th of 11 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Pray For Mir when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Winner of five races at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Pray For Mir when 9th of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Beaten 10l behind Talents Ambition when last of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) in June.
Unplaced in all three starts. Beaten 10l behind Talents Ambition when last of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) in June.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Winning Gold when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Winning Gold when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good to firm) earlier this month.
A winner over this course and distance (good to soft) last month, beating Super Unicorn by 1/2l.
A winner over this course and distance (good to soft) last month, beating Super Unicorn by 1/2l.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. A winner at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month, beating Affirm by 1l.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. A winner at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month, beating Affirm by 1l.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 10 behind Star Contact beaten 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 10 behind Star Contact beaten 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Star Contact when fifth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Star Contact when fifth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Star Contact when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Star Contact when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in seven starts. Beaten 18l behind Star Contact when 9th of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in seven starts. Beaten 18l behind Star Contact when 9th of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 1 1/4l by Noble Pursuit when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 1 1/4l by Noble Pursuit when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to soft) last month.
Placed once in 14 starts. Finished 6l behind Super Win Dragon when sixth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in 14 starts. Finished 6l behind Super Win Dragon when sixth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
#12 I Can is presented third-up this week, and a kinder barrier draw in gate 2 works in his favour after drawing no lower than 11 in his last four starts. Despite this, he continues to run well and was beaten by a strong performer last start—he can atone here. #8 Setanta is a backmarker who relies on luck in running, but if he can utilise barrier 1, his winning chances appear strong, especially as he's racing well since his transfer to Mark Newnham's stable. #3 M Unicorn is better suited back at Happy Valley, where his best form has been. Drawing well in barrier 3, he looks poised to figure in the finish. #7 Fighting Machine will be interesting to watch as he steps into Class 3 for the first time after an easy win at the top of Class 4. Zac Purton sticks with him, though barrier 11 may prove tricky.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Super Joy N Fun when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Super Joy N Fun when second of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind California Touch when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in June.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind California Touch when fifth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in June.
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 10l behind Rubylot when last of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 10l behind Rubylot when last of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Super Joy N Fun when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Super Joy N Fun when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Reward Smile by a neck.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Reward Smile by a neck.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 3l behind Wunderbar when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 3l behind Wunderbar when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Brave Star when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Brave Star when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Brave Star when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Brave Star when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Super Joy N Fun when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Super Joy N Fun when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Glory B by 2 1/4l.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Glory B by 2 1/4l.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Perfect General when second of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Perfect General when second of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Red Elegance when 10th of 11 on his latest outing here over 5f (good to soft) last month.
He has won four times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Red Elegance when 10th of 11 on his latest outing here over 5f (good to soft) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Rubylot when sixth of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4l behind Rubylot when sixth of 9 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Third of 12 behind Super Joy N Fun beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Third of 12 behind Super Joy N Fun beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
#11 Chateauneuf remains relatively unexposed as he steps up in class following a narrow defeat in Class 4. Drawing barrier 1 works in his favour, particularly as many of his main rivals have drawn wide and will require significant early luck. He could just find the necessary favours to secure the win. #6 Golden Empire is a potential knockout chance from barrier 4. Now third-up, he has finished close in both of his runs this campaign and is expected to put in a competitive performance. #1 Reward Smile had a tough task from barrier 11 first-up but finished strongly into second after being held up for much of the straight. A draw in barrier 10 doesn't ease his chances here. #5 Super Joy N Fun is a talented horse with three wins from seven starts and likely hasn't reached his ceiling yet; however, barrier 12 will make it difficult for him to claim victory.
