Happy Valley 18 March 2026
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Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 5l behind Aeroinvincible at 100-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Placed once in eight starts. Beaten 5l behind Aeroinvincible at 100-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Thunder Blink at 16-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Thunder Blink at 16-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Run Run Timing when second of 12 at 4-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Run Run Timing when second of 12 at 4-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 2l behind Verbier when fourth of 12 at 15-2 on his latest outing here over 6f earlier this month.
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 2l behind Verbier when fourth of 12 at 15-2 on his latest outing here over 6f earlier this month.
Yet to place in eight starts. Beaten 5l behind Lucky Generations at 10-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in eight starts. Beaten 5l behind Lucky Generations at 10-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Run Run Timing at 16-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Run Run Timing at 16-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Thunder Blink at 28-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with P C Ng in Hong Kong.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Thunder Blink at 28-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with P C Ng in Hong Kong.
A winner at 1m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 1l behind Thunder Blink when fourth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
A winner at 1m on soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 1l behind Thunder Blink when fourth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Unplaced in all 15 starts. Beaten 8l behind Cool Blue at 40-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all 15 starts. Beaten 8l behind Cool Blue at 40-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Placed once in 17 starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Super Sicario when sixth of 12 at 7-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f earlier this month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Placed once in 17 starts. Finished 2 3/4l behind Super Sicario when sixth of 12 at 7-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f earlier this month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Cool Blue when sixth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Cool Blue when sixth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Placed twice in 16 starts. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Thunder Blink at 14-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Placed twice in 16 starts. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Thunder Blink at 14-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Come Fast Fay Fay at 33-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Come Fast Fay Fay at 33-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Super Hong Kong when sixth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 2f (good) in January.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Super Hong Kong when sixth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 2f (good) in January.
#4 Sterling Wongchoy comes off a fast-finishing fourth over 1200m after being eased back early from barrier 1, then charging late. The step up in trip appeals given his record at the track and distance, a win and three seconds, and he also gets a clear map upgrade moving into barrier 3 from 11. #7 Soaring Bronco is a stable switcher to note, moving from Pierre Ng to Mark Newnham, and his trial was good enough to suggest he can be competitive. Barrier 2 gives him the chance to settle handily. #10 Dragon Sunrise draws barrier 12, which is the knock, but his form stands out and the booking of Purton helps offset the wide gate. #2 Lucky Blessing has trialled noticeably better since his last run and looks the one to roll forward and give them something to run down.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Lucky Sam Gor at 40-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Lucky Sam Gor at 40-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten 1 3/4l behind The Golden Knight at 20-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten 1 3/4l behind The Golden Knight at 20-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten 4l behind Flying Boom at 66-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten 4l behind Flying Boom at 66-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Solid Win when fifth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Solid Win when fifth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 8l behind Forever Folks at 14-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f in January.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 8l behind Forever Folks at 14-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind California Moxie when sixth of 12 at 25-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind California Moxie when sixth of 12 at 25-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Noble Pursuit by a neck.
Won on his latest outing when 2-1fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Noble Pursuit by a neck.
Dam won in a point to point race at 3m. Beaten 2 1/4l behind Chill Partners at 18-1 when seventh of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Dam won in a point to point race at 3m. Beaten 2 1/4l behind Chill Partners at 18-1 when seventh of 14 on his racecourse debut at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 4l behind Storm Runner at 25-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 4l behind Storm Runner at 25-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 12l behind Chill Partners at 150-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 12l behind Chill Partners at 150-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind California Star at 22-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind California Star at 22-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) last month.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten 11l behind Aerovolanic at 100-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all five starts. Beaten 11l behind Aerovolanic at 100-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4l behind Ace War when sixth of 12 at 33-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 3f earlier this month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4l behind Ace War when sixth of 12 at 33-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 3f earlier this month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Warriors Dream when fifth of 14 at 66-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Warriors Dream when fifth of 14 at 66-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
#4 Fantastic Fun is also a class-dropper to take note of, bringing Bowman back on, the same pairing that landed back-to-back wins at this track and trip earlier in the season. Barrier 4 should see him land just off the speed and get every chance. #1 Mighty Steed gets a big chance to lift his form back in Class 4, and the reunion with Purton catches the eye after he guided him to a win six runs ago on a class drop. #2 Armor Golden Eagle has been finishing off well from wide gates in his last three since the blinkers went on. The switch to Happy Valley looks a softer assignment, while a better draw helps. #8 Shooting To Top made a promising debut over 1400m at Sha Tin, eased back from barrier 12 before catching the eye late into seventh. Natural improvement second-up is expected.
He has won four times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Turquoise Velocity at 28-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good to firm) last month.
He has won four times at 5f on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Turquoise Velocity at 28-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good to firm) last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 7l behind Amazing Partners at 28-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 7l behind Amazing Partners at 28-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Successful at 5f and 7f on good and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Bunta Baby when second of 12 at 3-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 5f and 7f on good and yielding - soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Bunta Baby when second of 12 at 3-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 12 behind Bunta Baby beaten 1 1/2l at 28-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races at 5f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 12 behind Bunta Baby beaten 1 1/2l at 28-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Good Chap at 9-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Good Chap at 9-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 5l behind Northern Fire Ball at 25-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Yet to place in nine starts. Beaten 5l behind Northern Fire Ball at 25-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Placed in three of ten starts. Beaten 9l behind Almighty Lightning at 13-2 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
Placed in three of ten starts. Beaten 9l behind Almighty Lightning at 13-2 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
Yet to place in 12 starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Papaya Brose at 18-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in 12 starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Papaya Brose at 18-1 when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 8l behind Rainbow Seven at 33-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 5f. Beaten 8l behind Rainbow Seven at 33-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 5f on good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 13 behind Run Run Sunrise beaten 1 1/4l at 20-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 5f on good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 13 behind Run Run Sunrise beaten 1 1/4l at 20-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 5l behind Giant Ballon when sixth of 12 at 22-1 on his latest outing here over 6f earlier this month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 5l behind Giant Ballon when sixth of 12 at 22-1 on his latest outing here over 6f earlier this month.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 2l behind Bunta Baby when fourth of 12 at 17-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Finished 2l behind Bunta Baby when fourth of 12 at 17-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on slow ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Mount Everest at 8-11fav when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in December last year.
A winner at 6f on slow ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Mount Everest at 8-11fav when eighth of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in December last year.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Legend Star at 20-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Legend Star at 20-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
#1 Parents' Love drops back into Class 4 and that is the key swing after eight tries in Class 3 where he has looked a touch outclassed. A sharp lead-in trial suggests he is ready to take advantage, and he can be hard to run down. #3 Beauty Thunder looks set to settle off the speed and the expected tempo gives him the right platform to finish over the top. #10 Heroic Master tends to improve second-up, winning three of five at that stage, and his first run for the new stable was encouraging when third. #8 Watch This One has had little luck in his last four starts, repeatedly held up late and denied a clear crack, and he is capable of springing a surprise if the gaps appear at the right time, which looks possible today from barrier 4.
Unplaced in all six starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Legend Star when fourth of 12 at 8-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in all six starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Legend Star when fourth of 12 at 8-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten 5l behind Pakistan Legacy at 22-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten 5l behind Pakistan Legacy at 22-1 when eighth of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in six starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Smart Golf when fifth of 14 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in six starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Smart Golf when fifth of 14 at 25-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Papaya Brose at 28-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Papaya Brose at 28-1 when seventh of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Papaya Brose at 28-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Papaya Brose at 28-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in seven starts. Beaten 8l behind Circuit Champion at 100-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in seven starts. Beaten 8l behind Circuit Champion at 100-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in ten starts. Beaten 7l behind Legend Star at 11-2 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in ten starts. Beaten 7l behind Legend Star at 11-2 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 25-1 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Tactical Command by 1 1/4l.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at 25-1 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Tactical Command by 1 1/4l.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Northern Fire Ball at 25-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Northern Fire Ball at 25-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 14l behind Chill Partners at 100-1 when last of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 14l behind Chill Partners at 100-1 when last of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Good Chap when fourth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Good Chap when fourth of 12 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Beaten 6l behind Legend Star at 100-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in all three starts. Beaten 6l behind Legend Star at 100-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 5l behind Run Run Sunrise at 16-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 5l behind Run Run Sunrise at 16-1 when 10th of 13 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) earlier this month.
#5 Goko Win has had excuses from wide draws at his last two starts. Barrier 2 is a major map swing that can turn his luck around. #2 Superb King finds a better race after tackling a stronger Class 3 last time, and he had an excuse the run before when used up from barrier 12. The reference is his second, beaten a head by Straight To Glory three starts ago, and that form puts him right in this. Barrier 12 asks a question again, although the lack of obvious pace on paper gives Purton the chance to cut across and land in a handy spot. #12 World Hero can get a good time on the pace from barrier 4 and his back-to-back fourths have been solid, including behind the likes of Smart Golf. #1 Very Grateful hit the line well into fourth on the class drop last time.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Joy Capital at 11-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in January.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Joy Capital at 11-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) in January.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Northern Fire Ball at 80-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Northern Fire Ball at 80-1 when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Legend Star at 7-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Legend Star at 7-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Rainbow Seven (NZ) 21
b g Per Incanto - Starossa
Won on his latest outing when 7-2jt-fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Argento Ocean by 1l.
Won on his latest outing when 7-2jt-fav over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Argento Ocean by 1l.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Third of 11 behind Gameplayer Elite beaten 1l at 5-2fav on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Third of 11 behind Gameplayer Elite beaten 1l at 5-2fav on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Dam unraced. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Dam unraced. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 16l behind Speedy Smartie at 28-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f in January.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 16l behind Speedy Smartie at 28-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f in January.
A winner at 6f on good to soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 2 1/4l behind Gameplayer Elite when fourth of 11 at 9-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good to soft ground, but that win was over two years ago. Finished 2 1/4l behind Gameplayer Elite when fourth of 11 at 9-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 4l behind Northern Fire Ball at 33-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 4l behind Northern Fire Ball at 33-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in 13 starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Circuit Fiery when sixth of 14 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in 13 starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Circuit Fiery when sixth of 14 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Placed twice in 11 starts. Finished 2l behind Chill Partners when sixth of 14 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Placed twice in 11 starts. Finished 2l behind Chill Partners when sixth of 14 at 18-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Placed twice in seven starts. Finished 4l behind Papaya Brose when sixth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Placed twice in seven starts. Finished 4l behind Papaya Brose when sixth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
#5 Rainbow Seven snapped a run of luckless efforts with a deserved win last time, and he did it with something in hand. This looks another winnable assignment, and barrier 3 sets Purton up to find the right run in transit. #4 Jolly Companion was forced to spend early from barrier 10 last time and the run never developed from there, leaving him without a finish. His previous two runs read far better, a win over Superb Boy followed by a second to Victor The Rapid, and that form brings him right back into it. #6 Sky Cap can roll forward from a middle draw and give a sight after nearly pinching it last time when leading until the final 50m. #12 Winning Champion has been disappointing, but he gets in at the foot of the weights and first-time blinkers give him a chance to lift.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Power Of Vitam at 40-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Power Of Vitam at 40-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 5l behind California Moxie at 14-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m earlier this month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 5l behind California Moxie at 14-1 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m earlier this month.
Ace War (IRE) 14
b g Phoenix Of Spain - Clarinda (Lomond)
A winner at 4-1 here over 1m 3f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Star Brose by 2l.
A winner at 4-1 here over 1m 3f on his latest outing earlier this month, beating Star Brose by 2l.
Placed in three of eight starts. Third of 14 behind Storm Runner beaten 1 1/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Placed in three of eight starts. Third of 14 behind Storm Runner beaten 1 1/4l at 10-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m 1f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Storm Runner when fourth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m 1f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Storm Runner when fourth of 14 at 12-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in four starts. Third of 14 behind Serangoon beaten 1 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good to firm) last month.
Placed once in four starts. Third of 14 behind Serangoon beaten 1 1/2l at 9-2 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good to firm) last month.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Ace War when fifth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 3f earlier this month.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Ace War when fifth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 3f earlier this month.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Storm Runner at 12-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Storm Runner at 12-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Serangoon at 9-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good to firm) last month.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Serangoon at 9-1 when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good to firm) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Win Method at 10-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Win Method at 10-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Ace War when fourth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 3f earlier this month.
A winner at 1m on good to firm ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Ace War when fourth of 12 at 10-1 on his latest outing here over 1m 3f earlier this month.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3l behind Storm Runner when sixth of 14 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3l behind Storm Runner when sixth of 14 at 9-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 1f (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 2l behind Golden Brilliant when fifth of 12 at 15-2 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good ground. Finished 2l behind Golden Brilliant when fifth of 12 at 15-2 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 8l behind Golden Brilliant at 50-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 8l behind Golden Brilliant at 50-1 when last of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) earlier this month.
#3 Ace War made a big statement at his first start for the Mark Newnham stable, overracing in a slowly run 2200m race under Purton yet still putting them away by two lengths without being asked for much. He goes up eight points in the ratings, but the manner of that win suggests he remains well placed to do it again. #6 Reliable Dad is trending the right way to a first career win. He produced his best effort yet when third over 1800m, and a tidy trial since suggests he has held that form and can take another step. #2 Noble Pursuit looks suited by the expected tempo, settling back and running on, and the rise back to 1800m is a plus. #4 Amazing Gaze has been holding his form despite wide draws at his last three starts and looks close to breaking through for his maiden win.
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Stellar Express when second of 7 at 8-15fav on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Stellar Express when second of 7 at 8-15fav on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Stellar Express when fifth of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 5f on good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Stellar Express when fifth of 7 at 15-2 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 5f (good) last month.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Awesome Fluke at 10-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Awesome Fluke at 10-1 when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Winner of six races at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Beauty Waves beaten 1l at 7-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Beauty Waves beaten 1l at 7-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Invincible Shield at 66-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) in January.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Invincible Shield at 66-1 when last of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good to firm) in January.
Crimson Flash (AUS) 45
b g Showtime - Damselle (Domesday)
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind Little Paradise at 50-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 The Hong Kong Classic Mile - Group 1 at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind Little Paradise at 50-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 The Hong Kong Classic Mile - Group 1 at Sha Tin over 1m (good) last month.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. A winner at 28-1 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating California Blitz by a neck.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. A winner at 28-1 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating California Blitz by a neck.
He has won three times at 7f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Beauty Waves when second of 10 at 13-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 7f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Beauty Waves when second of 10 at 13-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Emblazon when fourth of 11 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Emblazon when fourth of 11 at 6-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Emblazon when sixth of 11 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Emblazon when sixth of 11 at 33-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
#6 Crimson Flash returns to his pet track and trip, where he is two from three, and comes here 45 days fresh after his attempt in the Classic Mile. An impressive trial win for the return, quickening late to score comfortably, suggests he is ready to get back on track. #1 Colourful King is still chasing a 1200m win, but his narrow seconds at this track and distance show the trip holds no fears and he is more than just a 1000m horse. #8 Young Champion has found his form since dropping back in distance, landing back-to-back seconds, and another good trial between runs keeps him on track, with his Sha Tin form translating well to Happy Valley a plus. #3 Kaholo Angel brings a 1200m win over Magic Control and looks the value angle in the race.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Magnifique at 25-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Magnifique at 25-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind Pakistan Legacy at 17-2 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 8l behind Pakistan Legacy at 17-2 when 9th of 11 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Winner of five races at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Amazing Kid when sixth of 10 at 6-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Winner of five races at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 3/4l behind Amazing Kid when sixth of 10 at 6-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind My Day My Way at 4-1 when eighth 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. Beaten 3 1/2l behind My Day My Way at 4-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 15l behind Sky Vino at 40-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) last month.
He has won four times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 15l behind Sky Vino at 40-1 when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) last month.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 3l behind Amazing Kid at 22-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 3l behind Amazing Kid at 22-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Pakistan Legacy when fourth of 11 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind Pakistan Legacy when fourth of 11 at 6-4fav on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) earlier this month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Symbol Of Strength beaten 2 3/4l at 16-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Symbol Of Strength beaten 2 3/4l at 16-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Symbol Of Strength when second of 10 at 10-3 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Beaten a neck by Symbol Of Strength when second of 10 at 10-3 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind My Day My Way when sixth of 12 at 11-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Finished 1 3/4l behind My Day My Way when sixth of 12 at 11-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Amazing Kid beaten 1 3/4l at 3-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Third of 10 behind Amazing Kid beaten 1 3/4l at 3-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1l by Rainbow Seven when second of 12 at 13-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 1l by Rainbow Seven when second of 12 at 13-2 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Cool Boy at 14-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Cool Boy at 14-1 when eighth of 10 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 6f (good) last month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Sight Hermoso at 6-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
Winner of seven races at 6f on good ground. Beaten 6l behind Sight Hermoso at 6-1 when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) earlier this month.
#2 Lucy In The Sky can be forgiven for his first-up ninth, never getting the chance to finish the race off after being checked more than once in the straight before being eased down. His Sha Tin form stands up well in a race like this, and the switch to Happy Valley for the first time adds interest, especially from barrier 1. #3 Lucky Planet had excuses last time after being slow out and missing the lead, then striking further trouble later in the run. Barrier 3 gives him the chance to ping and use his usual speed again. #7 Aurio keeps Purton after a pair of fourths that were better than they read given the way the races were run. #10 Straight To Glory gets a clear map upgrade from barrier 2 and looks set for a much smoother run in transit after he raced keenly last time.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a nose by Mister Dapper when second of 12 at 6-4fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a nose by Mister Dapper when second of 12 at 6-4fav on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Gentlemen Legacy at 33-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 3f on good ground. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Gentlemen Legacy at 33-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m 2f (good) earlier this month.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Third of 13 behind Riding Together beaten 1 3/4l at 9-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Third of 13 behind Riding Together beaten 1 3/4l at 9-1 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Solid Win at 10-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Solid Win at 10-1 when 10th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Fivefortwo at 11-2 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Fivefortwo at 11-2 when 9th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Fivefortwo at 20-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Fivefortwo at 20-1 when 11th of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 5l behind Endued at 28-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Yet to place in three starts. Beaten 5l behind Endued at 28-1 when 10th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good) earlier this month.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2l by Solid Win when second of 12 at 66-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2l by Solid Win when second of 12 at 66-1 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. A winner at 7-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Amazing Award by 3/4l.
He has won three times at 1m on good ground. A winner at 7-2 over this course and distance (good) on his latest outing last month, beating Amazing Award by 3/4l.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 9l behind Invincible Ibis at 40-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) in January.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 9l behind Invincible Ibis at 40-1 when 11th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 1m (good to firm) in January.
Placed in three of 12 starts. Finished 2 1/2l behind Fivefortwo when fifth of 12 at 5-2fav on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Placed in three of 12 starts. Finished 2 1/2l behind Fivefortwo when fifth of 12 at 5-2fav on his latest outing over this course and distance earlier this month.
Placed once in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Solid Win at 11-4fav when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Placed once in five starts. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Solid Win at 11-4fav when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Winning Ovation at 40-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Winning Ovation at 40-1 when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Sha Tin over 7f (good) earlier this month.
#3 Do Your Part has been ultra-consistent this season, yet to finish outside the top three in seven runs. His Happy Valley record is not flattering on paper, but those attempts came early in his career and he is a different horse now. Barrier 4 looks good for his on-pace profile. #1 Max Que has done an excellent job this season, winning three and placing four from seven, and looks set to get the tempo that suits his pattern after he missed by a nose chasing back-to-back wins last time. #9 Stormi chases a fourth straight win as he steps into Class 3, and the cheekpieces have clearly lifted him since they went on. #12 Win Beauty Viva tries blinkers for the first time after an only fair seventh as a well-backed favourite last time. He also draws for a kind run from barrier 2.
