Sha Tin 09 December 2018
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Placed in five of eight starts. Third of 12 behind Looking Good beaten 1/2l on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
Placed in five of eight starts. Third of 12 behind Looking Good beaten 1/2l on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
A winner here over 6f (good) last month, beating Alpha Hedge by 1/2l.
A winner here over 6f (good) last month, beating Alpha Hedge by 1/2l.
Placed once in nine starts. Third of 12 behind Fantastic Fabio beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month, his only placing from 9 starts.
Placed once in nine starts. Third of 12 behind Fantastic Fabio beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month, his only placing from 9 starts.
Placed in eight of 15 starts. Beaten 1/2l by Witness Hunter when second of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed in eight of 15 starts. Beaten 1/2l by Witness Hunter when second of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3l behind Cheerful Boy when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) in October.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 3l behind Cheerful Boy when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m (good to firm) in October.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Starlit Knight when second of 11 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) in October.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Starlit Knight when second of 11 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) in October.
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Happy Force when fifth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 7f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Happy Force when fifth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Witness Hunter when eighth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Witness Hunter when eighth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 5l behind Blitzing when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good to firm) in October.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 5l behind Blitzing when seventh of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good to firm) in October.
He has won three times at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Let Us Win when seventh of 13 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times at 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 3 1/2l behind Let Us Win when seventh of 13 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Natural Flare by 1 1/4l.
Successful twice at 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Natural Flare by 1 1/4l.
Yet to place in six starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Charizard when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in six starts. Finished 1 3/4l behind Charizard when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 5l behind Fantastic Fabio when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 5l behind Fantastic Fabio when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 7l behind Honest Way when 9th of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Yet to place in five starts. Beaten 7l behind Honest Way when 9th of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all 14 starts. Beaten 8l behind Happy Force when 11th of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Unplaced in all 14 starts. Beaten 8l behind Happy Force when 11th of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Gran Master when 9th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Successful twice at 1m on the all-weather. Beaten 8l behind Gran Master when 9th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
#2 Charizard came from near last to win last time out over 1200m. The 1400m should suit him more and he can run another bold race in a fairly thin race. #4 City Legend is becoming a habitual bridesmaid but he is still yet to gain a first victory. He's going to get a victory at some point and he should enjoy every chance in the run, so he's a major player. #9 Picken still does little things wrong in his races, but he's got more talent than he's shown in his races so far. He bears close watching. #5 Smart Charade will have to defy the outside gate under Yasunari Iwata – not the most comforting thought, given some of Iwata's previous rides at Sha Tin. Still, he's a place hope.
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 20l behind Calculation when seventh of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m in October.
Yet to place in four starts. Beaten 20l behind Calculation when seventh of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m in October.
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 3/4l behind Wishful Thinker when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 3/4l behind Wishful Thinker when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Styling City when second of 14 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Placed twice in four starts. Beaten 1 1/4l by Styling City when second of 14 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 12l behind Taking Aim when last of 14 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 12l behind Taking Aim when last of 14 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Mr Wealth when sixth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Mr Wealth when sixth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
Half-brother to Blue Daze, won at 6f.
Half-brother to Blue Daze, won at 6f.
Placed once in two starts. Third of 14 behind Victory Machine beaten a head on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in two starts. Third of 14 behind Victory Machine beaten a head on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed in five of seven starts. Third of 30 behind Ostilio beaten 2 1/4l at 33-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Richard Hannon.
Placed in five of seven starts. Third of 30 behind Ostilio beaten 2 1/4l at 33-1 on his latest outing at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Richard Hannon.
Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Fairyhouse over 6f (good) in June, beating National Glory by 3l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Gordon Elliott in Ireland.
Won on his latest outing when 4-7fav at Fairyhouse over 6f (good) in June, beating National Glory by 3l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Gordon Elliott in Ireland.
Half-brother to Huda, won twice at 7f and 1m. Beaten 5l behind Noble Steed when 11th of 14 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month.
Half-brother to Huda, won twice at 7f and 1m. Beaten 5l behind Noble Steed when 11th of 14 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 8l behind Little Bird when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Beaten 8l behind Little Bird when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month, beating Country Star by a nose.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month, beating Country Star by a nose.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Third of 14 behind Styling City beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. Third of 14 behind Styling City beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Victory Machine when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Victory Machine when seventh of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed in four of 15 starts. Third of 12 behind Victory Machine beaten 2l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed in four of 15 starts. Third of 12 behind Victory Machine beaten 2l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Victory Machine when eighth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M J Freedman.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Victory Machine when eighth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M J Freedman.
#5 Jing Jing Win has been largely disappointing. That said, he's at a mark where he's capable of scoring a victory at any time. This race appears suitable. #6 Regency Legend was a winner of two of his three starts in New Zealand when named Espumoso, finishing second in the G2 Wakefield Challenge Stakes (1200m) at his most recent start a year ago to the day on Sunday. He's trialled well and he can be expected to perform strongly fresh. #3 Ka Ying Legend is a rare South American import who looks capable of scoring a win near the top of Class 3. His last run was good enough and this looks no stronger – if anything, it appears weaker. #11 Master Albert mixes his form but he can figure if he puts his best foot forward.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and yielding - soft ground. Beaten a nose by Rule Thee when second of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and yielding - soft ground. Beaten a nose by Rule Thee when second of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating New Elegance by 1/2l.
A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating New Elegance by 1/2l.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Giant Turtle when sixth of 8 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 3f (good to firm) in October.
Successful twice at 1m 1f on good to firm ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Giant Turtle when sixth of 8 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 3f (good to firm) in October.
Placed in four of nine starts. Finished 4l behind Ho Ho Khan when fourth of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed in four of nine starts. Finished 4l behind Ho Ho Khan when fourth of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Rule Thee when fourth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Rule Thee when fourth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner here over 1m last month, beating Pakistan Friend by a neck.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. A winner here over 1m last month, beating Pakistan Friend by a neck.
Placed once in six starts. Third of 12 behind Rule Thee beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Placed once in six starts. Third of 12 behind Rule Thee beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 2l by Green Luck when second of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month.
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 2l by Green Luck when second of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month.
Yet to place in ten starts. Beaten 5l behind Ho Ho Khan when eighth of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with P O'Sullivan in Hong Kong.
Yet to place in ten starts. Beaten 5l behind Ho Ho Khan when eighth of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with P O'Sullivan in Hong Kong.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 3l behind Rule Thee when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 3l behind Rule Thee when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 9l behind Green Luck when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 9l behind Green Luck when 10th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Hang's Decision when fifth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m earlier this month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 3l behind Hang's Decision when fifth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m earlier this month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Romantic Chef when 10th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Romantic Chef when 10th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
#1 Bigwood swept up nicely to win two back before just missing out last time at Happy Valley when not having the clearest of runs mid-stretch. He still has points in hand and he can win again here from another good gate. #4 Famous Warrior's time is coming. He will likely be posted deep under Gerald Mosse from gate 13 but he will be finding the line late. #7 Tianchi Monster is striking form and can't be dismissed in this spot. #8 Happy Dragon should relish getting up to 1800m and is next best.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 13l behind Enable when fifth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 4f (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 13l behind Enable when fifth of 13 at 5-1 on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 4f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 18l behind Eagle Way when eighth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 18l behind Eagle Way when eighth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4l behind Enable when sixth of 19 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qatar Prix De L'Arc De Triomphe at Longchamp over 1m 4f (good to soft) in October.
Successful twice at 1m on good to firm ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 4l behind Enable when sixth of 19 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qatar Prix De L'Arc De Triomphe at Longchamp over 1m 4f (good to soft) in October.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good ground. Beaten 1l by Eagle Way when second of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good ground. Beaten 1l by Eagle Way when second of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a short head by Young Rascal when second of 7 at 2-1fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Dubai Duty Free Legacy Cup Stakes at Newbury over 1m 3f (soft) in September. Has won twice at Goodwood this season. Having his first run for a new stable today.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a short head by Young Rascal when second of 7 at 2-1fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Dubai Duty Free Legacy Cup Stakes at Newbury over 1m 3f (soft) in September. Has won twice at Goodwood this season. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. A winner here over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Exultant by 1l.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground. A winner here over 1m 2f (good) last month, beating Exultant by 1l.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Best Solution when 11th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Stella Artois Caulfield Cup at Caulfield over 1m 4f (good to soft) in October. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 7l behind Best Solution when 11th of 18 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Stella Artois Caulfield Cup at Caulfield over 1m 4f (good to soft) in October. Having his first run for a new stable today.
He has won four times from 1m to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 3/4l by Withhold when second of 20 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Charlie Fellowes.
He has won four times from 1m to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 2 3/4l by Withhold when second of 20 at 16-1 on his latest outing at Newcastle over 2m in June. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Charlie Fellowes.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 16l behind Eagle Way when seventh of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 16l behind Eagle Way when seventh of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Dam won five times between 7f and 1m 1f.
Dam won five times between 7f and 1m 1f.
She has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 10l behind Benbatl at 33-1 when seventh of 15 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f (good) in March.
She has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on good ground. Beaten 10l behind Benbatl at 33-1 when seventh of 15 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f (good) in March.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Finished 6l behind Sistercharlie when sixth of 14 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 3f (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Finished 6l behind Sistercharlie when sixth of 14 at 6-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m 3f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good to firm ground. Beaten a head by Trap For Fools when second of 10 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Seppelt Mackinnon Stakes at Flemington over 1m 2f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Successful twice at 1m 4f on good to firm ground. Beaten a head by Trap For Fools when second of 10 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Seppelt Mackinnon Stakes at Flemington over 1m 2f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Finished 4 1/2l behind Cross Counter when fifth of 24 at 20-1fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Lexus Melbourne Cup at Flemington over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has also won at Chester this season.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to yielding - soft. Finished 4 1/2l behind Cross Counter when fifth of 24 at 20-1fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Lexus Melbourne Cup at Flemington over 2m (good to soft) last month. Has also won at Chester this season.
Hong Kong has only won the Vase twice in 24 editions, with Indigenous (1998) and Dominant (2013). However, rarely – if ever - has a local galloper appeared in the 2400m feature as good as #2 Pakistan Star. A dominant winner of the G1 QEII Cup (2000m) and the G1 Champions & Chater Cup (2400m) earlier this year, Pakistan Star is arguably the most talented galloper in town – better, even, than Beauty Generation. However, he seldom runs to his peak, while Beauty Generation is incredibly honest. What will turn many off Pakistan Star is his last two poor efforts when last of nine in the G3 Ladies' Purse Handicap (1800m) and his eighth, beaten 18 lengths in the G2 Jockey Club Cup (2000m). However, both runs must be forgotten – he almost came to a stop over the 1800m two back, the course and distance where he did stop before, while he was the victim of a speed battle last time out. He can improve sharply and he's capable of being the third Hong Kong winner of this race. #3 Salouen is a rung below the best in Europe, although he did run Cracksman to a head in the G1 Coronation Cup (2400m) in June. He hasn't won in quite some time, but he ran well for sixth behind Enable in the G1 Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe (2400m) last time out – that's good enough to figure here. #8 Prince Of Arran has looked well in the mornings. He went to another level in Australia and he only needs to hold that form to finish around the mark. #14 Rostropovich is likely to go off at silly odds here and is worth an each-way bet.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4l behind Hot King Prawn when seventh of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4l behind Hot King Prawn when seventh of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Has won ten races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Hot King Prawn when second of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Has won ten races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 1/2l by Hot King Prawn when second of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Hot King Prawn when last of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Hot King Prawn when last of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 9 behind Hot King Prawn beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 9 behind Hot King Prawn beaten 1 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Mr Stunning by 1/2l.
Has won nine races from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Mr Stunning by 1/2l.
A winner at 6f on firm ground. Finished 4l behind Ivictory when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in April.
A winner at 6f on firm ground. Finished 4l behind Ivictory when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in April.
Has won eight races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Sands Of Mali when fifth of 14 at 25-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot over 6f (soft) in October. Has won 3 times this season.
Has won eight races from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft and on the all-weather. Finished 3 1/2l behind Sands Of Mali when fifth of 14 at 25-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Qipco British Champions Sprint Stakes at Ascot over 6f (soft) in October. Has won 3 times this season.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Hot King Prawn when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 2 1/4l behind Hot King Prawn when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good ground. Finished 8l behind Beauty Generation when sixth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good ground. Finished 8l behind Beauty Generation when sixth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Dam unraced. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Dam unraced. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Hot King Prawn when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won four times at 6f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Hot King Prawn when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 14 behind Rattan beaten 1/2l on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 14 behind Rattan beaten 1/2l on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
Probably the most open of the four races this year. Mr Stunning is entitled to reverse form with Hot King Prawn based on their last two runs and should start favourite, but it might be worth sticking with #5 Hot King Prawn at the bigger quote. A winner of the G3 National Day Cup (1000m), G2 Premier Bowl (1200m) and G2 Jockey Club Sprint (1200m) this preparation, he will cross to lead from the wide gate. What has been impressive this campaign has been his ability to work efficiently at both ends of a race. He will give a kick at the top of the straight, it's just about whether he can hold them all off to hand trainer John Size a second straight Sprint. His former stablemate #2 Mr Stunning took victory in this race last year. Now with Size's one-time assistant Frankie Lor, he's progressing well this term, finishing second last time out to Hot King Prawn in the Jockey Club Sprint. He meets the grey five pounds better and with even luck, he's the one to beat. Outside the top two, it is a lottery. #12 Little Giant is untapped and is worth including in all exotics, while #10 Lim's Cruiser appears the best sprinter to emerge from Singapore since the great Rocket Man. It's unlikely he can win but he could hit the board at odds.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding. Finished 2 1/2l behind Harmony Victory when fourth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to yielding. Finished 2 1/2l behind Harmony Victory when fourth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 5l behind Rattan when 12th of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 5l behind Rattan when 12th of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 6l behind World Record when fifth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Finished 6l behind World Record when fifth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 6l behind Simply Brilliant when 9th of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A winner at 1m 2f on good ground, but that win was over two years ago. Beaten 6l behind Simply Brilliant when 9th of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 14l behind World Record when 11th of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 14l behind World Record when 11th of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind Harmony Victory when fifth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 5l behind Harmony Victory when fifth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Dragon General when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 4 1/2l behind Dragon General when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Placed once in five starts. Finished 5l behind Harmony Victory when sixth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Placed once in five starts. Finished 5l behind Harmony Victory when sixth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Dam won twice over hurdles at 7f and 1m and twice on the all-weather flat at 6f.
Dam won twice over hurdles at 7f and 1m and twice on the all-weather flat at 6f.
Half-brother to Sunny King, won five times between 6f and 1m. Third of 12 behind Harmony Victory beaten 1 1/2l on his racecourse debut here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Half-brother to Sunny King, won five times between 6f and 1m. Third of 12 behind Harmony Victory beaten 1 1/2l on his racecourse debut here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 9-2fav at Sandown over 1m (good to firm) in July, beating Escobar by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Ripon this season. Having his first run for a new stable today.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Won on his latest outing when 9-2fav at Sandown over 1m (good to firm) in July, beating Escobar by 1 3/4l. Has also won at Ripon this season. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Full brother to London Icon, won twice at 1m. Beaten 8l behind Dragon General when 10th of 14 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month.
Full brother to London Icon, won twice at 1m. Beaten 8l behind Dragon General when 10th of 14 on his racecourse debut here over 7f (good) last month.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Harmony Victory when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 6l behind Harmony Victory when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Two Derby winners from Australia step out here in South Australian Derby victor Leicester – now named Helene Leadingstar – and Queensland Derby hero Dark Dream, with both eyeing a second Derby success in March's Hong Kong Derby. It is tough for any horse to win off such a high starting point, but this race has been a successful entry spot for the likes of Werther and Eagle Way in the past and these two look capable based on recent trials. The nod goes to #10 Helene Leadingstar slightly, with Tony Cruz looking to have this gelding more forward. He has been pushed out in his trials, winning handsomely enough, and he should run a big race fresh. #3 Dark Dream is the first of three high-profile Derby contenders purchased out of Australia by sophomore trainer Frankie Lor – he still has Queensland Derby runner-up Heavenly Thought and Rosehill Guineas third Furore to come. Dark Dream hasn't been tested to any great extent in his trials and should improve, but expect a good Derby hit-out fresh. #5 Good Standing disappointed last time out. He's got the ability to get into the finish on his day, but it's just a matter of whether the right Good Standing shows up. #2 Joyful Trinity finished third to Beauty Only and Helene Paragon in the 2016 Hong Kong Mile, before running ninth last year. He can get into the placings in this easier contest.
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Southern Legend by 3l.
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Southern Legend by 3l.
Could not find dam. Beaten 3/4l by Suave Richard when second of 16 on his racecourse debut in the Group 1 Osaka Hai Stakes - Group 1 at Hanshin over 1m 2f (firm) in April.
Could not find dam. Beaten 3/4l by Suave Richard when second of 16 on his racecourse debut in the Group 1 Osaka Hai Stakes - Group 1 at Hanshin over 1m 2f (firm) in April.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 8l behind Moss 'n' Dale when eighth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 360 Dmg Craven Plate at Randwick over 1m 2f (heavy) in October. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with C J Waller in Australia.
Unplaced in all four starts. Beaten 8l behind Moss 'n' Dale when eighth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 360 Dmg Craven Plate at Randwick over 1m 2f (heavy) in October. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with C J Waller in Australia.
Half-brother to Incita, won twice at 1m 2f.
Half-brother to Incita, won twice at 1m 2f.
Has won 11 races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 8 behind Beauty Generation beaten 3 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Has won 11 races from 7f to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 8 behind Beauty Generation beaten 3 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 20l behind Roaring Lion at 16-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October. Has won at Goodwood and Ascot this season.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 20l behind Roaring Lion at 16-1 when 11th of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October. Has won at Goodwood and Ascot this season.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Hot King Prawn when fifth of 9 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good ground. Finished 2 1/2l behind Hot King Prawn when fifth of 9 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Beauty Generation when fourth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 6l behind Beauty Generation when fourth of 8 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. Beaten 3l by Beauty Generation when second of 8 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. Beaten 3l by Beauty Generation when second of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1l behind Snazzy Jazzy when fourth of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Seine-et-oise Group 3 Stakes at Maisons-Laffitte over 6f in October.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good ground and on the all-weather. Finished 1l behind Snazzy Jazzy when fourth of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Seine-et-oise Group 3 Stakes at Maisons-Laffitte over 6f in October.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Beauty Generation when sixth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in October. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Beauty Generation when sixth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good to firm) in October. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten a neck by Simply Brilliant when second of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten a neck by Simply Brilliant when second of 13 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft to soft. Finished 1l behind Expert Eye when fifth of 14 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month.
She has won four times from 6f to 7f on ground varying from good to soft to soft. Finished 1l behind Expert Eye when fifth of 14 at 20-1 on her latest outing at Churchill Downs over 1m (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on firm and yielding ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Benbatl when second of 15 at 10-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f (good) in March.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on firm and yielding ground. Beaten 3 1/2l by Benbatl when second of 15 at 10-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f (good) in March.
When #1 Beauty Generation scored a first G1 win in the Hong Kong Mile last year, it came as something of a surprise – especially given that he'd looked just another run-of-the-mill import in his first season in Hong Kong. He did score shock wins in the G3 Celebration Cup (1400m) and the G2 Sha Tin Trophy (1600m), but they were under handicap conditions with a light weight and it still looked unlikely that he'd develop into a top-class contender. Of course, by the end of the season, he'd added two further G1 wins and was named Hong Kong's Horse of the Year, although he looked a below-par addition to the honour roll. Fast forward a few months, though, and it is an entirely different story. Beauty Generation has not only proven himself a worthy Horse of the Year, but he has potentially earned the "champion" label. To stamp himself as a true great of the Hong Kong turf, though, he must complete his coronation with a second victory in this event, which would see him join three-time winner Good Ba Ba as the only multiple victors in this race since the Bowl became the Mile in 1999. After his record-breaking romp in the G2 Jockey Club Mile (1600m) last time out, it's hard to see anything beating him. #9 Southern Legend was second that day. He looked to have plenty of improvement in him and the Kranji Mile winner can fill second spot again. Japan's #2 Persian Knight looks the best of the raiders, although the outside gate means he will go back to near the tail and his problem has always been catching the leaders in time. He has made a habit of placing in the big events without winning, including three G1 seconds to go with his G1 Mile Championship (1600m) win last year. Still, he will be flying late and can't be knocked completely. Next best are the mares One Master and Vivlos, with a slight leaning to British filly #13 One Master, coming off a fifth in the G1 Breeders' Cup Mile.
Has won 11 races from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Eagle Way when last of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Has won 11 races from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Eagle Way when last of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Dam won three times between 1m 1f and 1m 4f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Simply Brilliant when sixth of 13 on his racecourse debut here over 1m last month.
Dam won three times between 1m 1f and 1m 4f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Simply Brilliant when sixth of 13 on his racecourse debut here over 1m last month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 7l behind Beauty Generation when fifth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Finished 7l behind Beauty Generation when fifth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Eagle Way when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 4 1/2l behind Eagle Way when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 1 1/2l behind Roaring Lion when fourth of 13 at 40-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft to heavy. Finished 1 1/2l behind Roaring Lion when fourth of 13 at 40-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Queen Elizabeth II Stakes at Ascot over 1m (soft) in October.
Placed in five of seven starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Time Warp when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in December last year.
Placed in five of seven starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Time Warp when fourth of 12 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in December last year.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 9l behind Eagle Way when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Finished 9l behind Eagle Way when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from firm to good to soft. Third of 15 behind Benbatl beaten 3 1/2l at 20-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f (good) in March.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f on ground varying from firm to good to soft. Third of 15 behind Benbatl beaten 3 1/2l at 20-1 on her latest outing in the Group 1 Dubai Turf at Meydan over 1m 1f (good) in March.
Hong Kong's richest race has drawn together an even bunch of horses this year, with #2 Time Warp looking to join California Memory as a back-to-back winner of the 2000m contest. Trainer Tony Cruz, who prepared California Memory, now has Time Warp in his midst and he is oozing confidence about the chances of his free-wheeling charge. His last two races showed the two sides of Time Warp that we've seen in recent starts. Two back, he rolled along on his own in the G3 Ladies' Purse Handicap (1800m) and he was able to stave off all competitors, conceding weight to most. Last time out, his brother Glorious Forever took him on up front in the G2 Jockey Club Cup and they ran some of the wildest sectionals seen over the 2000m; what resulted was a track record time to Eagle Way. What looks crucial here is that Glorious Forever's trainer Frankie Lor has said that his pupil is likely to try and stalk the speed from gate one. If that's the case, Time Warp should be able to control the tempo. It is not so much a soft lead that he needs, but instead an uncontested time out in front, just as he got when he won this race last year and when he broke the track record in the G1 Hong Kong Gold Cup (2000m) – a record subsequently bettered by both Glorious Forever and then Eagle Way. The only real danger, if all is equal, appears #1 Sungrazer. The Japanese raider is coming off a second to Rey De Oro in the G1 Tenno Sho Autumn (2000m) last time out, which followed a win over Makahiki in the G2 Sapporo Kinen (2000m). Perhaps this trip is what he needs these days, having been pegged as a sprinter-miler early. He's a contender. As mentioned before, #8 Glorious Forever is unlikely to try to contest the lead. He's not quite at the same level as his brother yet, but it's only a matter of time for him. It's worth throwing #7 Staphanos into all exotics too. He has finished third and fourth in this race the last two years, flowing on from a second in the 2015 QEII Cup behind Blazing Speed. The grand Japanese galloper is retiring after this
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3/4l behind Wishful Thinker when fourth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M J Freedman.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3/4l behind Wishful Thinker when fourth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M J Freedman.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a nose by Raging Storm when second of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten a nose by Raging Storm when second of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Raging Storm when fifth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 1 1/2l behind Raging Storm when fifth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Half-brother to Dice Roll, won four times between 6f and 1m including a Group 3 race.
Half-brother to Dice Roll, won four times between 6f and 1m including a Group 3 race.
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 10l behind Morethanlucky when last of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in October.
Winner of six races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 10l behind Morethanlucky when last of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in October.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Super Chic when fifth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good ground. Finished 4l behind Super Chic when fifth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Limitless by a nose.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Limitless by a nose.
Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Without Parole when fifth of 10 at 33-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 St James's Palace Stakes at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Successful at 7f and 1m on the all-weather. Finished 5l behind Without Parole when fifth of 10 at 33-1 on his latest outing in the Group 1 St James's Palace Stakes at Ascot over 1m (good to firm) in June. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Placed once in two starts. Finished 5l behind Styling City when fifth of 13 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Placed once in two starts. Finished 5l behind Styling City when fifth of 13 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Wishful Thinker when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Wishful Thinker when 9th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Half-brother to Riyazan, won at 7f.
Half-brother to Riyazan, won at 7f.
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 5l behind Wishful Thinker when eighth of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
He has won four times at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 5l behind Wishful Thinker when eighth of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f (good) last month.
Yet to place in three starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Super Chic when sixth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month.
Yet to place in three starts. Finished 4 1/2l behind Super Chic when sixth of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4l behind Jade Fortune when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) in October.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 4l behind Jade Fortune when seventh of 10 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 1m (good) in October.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 14 behind Raging Storm beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 5f on good ground. Third of 14 behind Raging Storm beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 1l behind Raging Storm when fourth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good ground. Finished 1l behind Raging Storm when fourth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
#3 New Asia Sunrise ran well enough second-up when finding a fair bit of trouble early – he was carted back through the field to a beyond midfield position, against his usual handy tactics. His effort to finish fifth was creditable and, if he can settle handier, he's right in the mix here. #2 Limitless relished the incredible touch of Gerald Mosse last time out, only throwing his head about once – remarkable given his previous unruly nature – and sprinting away to look the winner for much of the straight. Unfortunately, he was just reeled in by Raging Storm late, but he's capable of getting into the mix here. #1 Fortune Booth steps out for John Moore for the first time. He's not without claims. #8 Kings Shield is the first son of the late Scat Daddy – the sire of American Triple Crown winner Justify and sprinting sensation Lady Aurelia among others – to race in Hong Kong. The gelding last raced when fifth to Without Parole in the St James's Palace Stakes at Royal Ascot. He has an awkward gate, but he's trialled well enough to suggest he can figure.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 14l behind Elusive State when 13th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m in October.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Beaten 14l behind Elusive State when 13th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m in October.
Winner of five races at 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) in October, beating Lady First by a nose.
Winner of five races at 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) in October, beating Lady First by a nose.
Dam won four times over the flat between 1m 4f and 2m and three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 4f.
Dam won four times over the flat between 1m 4f and 2m and three times over hurdles at 2m and 2m 4f.
A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Relentless Me by 1/2l.
A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Relentless Me by 1/2l.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 7l behind Circuit Number Two when 9th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m in July.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 7l behind Circuit Number Two when 9th of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m in July.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Telecom Brothers when seventh of 11 on his racecourse debut at Happy Valley over 5f (good) last month.
Dam a lightly raced maiden. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Telecom Brothers when seventh of 11 on his racecourse debut at Happy Valley over 5f (good) last month.
Dam unraced. Beaten 2 1/4l by Noble Steed when second of 14 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good) last month.
Dam unraced. Beaten 2 1/4l by Noble Steed when second of 14 on his racecourse debut over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Nicconi Express by 2 1/4l.
Successful twice at 7f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) last month, beating Nicconi Express by 2 1/4l.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Noble Steed when fifth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Finished 3 1/2l behind Noble Steed when fifth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Mr Wealth when eighth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M J Freedman.
Placed once in nine starts. Beaten 2 1/2l behind Mr Wealth when eighth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M J Freedman.
Placed once in eight starts. Finished 3/4l behind Victory Machine when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in eight starts. Finished 3/4l behind Victory Machine when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in nine starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Elusive State when fourth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Placed once in nine starts. Finished 3 1/2l behind Elusive State when fourth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 5l behind Fantastic Feeling when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 5l behind Fantastic Feeling when 11th of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 14 behind Noble Steed beaten 2 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good to firm and good ground. Third of 14 behind Noble Steed beaten 2 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Starlight when last of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m 1f on good ground. Beaten 5l behind Starlight when last of 12 on his latest outing at Happy Valley over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in all seven starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Noble Steed when seventh of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Unplaced in all seven starts. Beaten 4 1/2l behind Noble Steed when seventh of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
#7 Nicconi Express looked desperately in need of the run at his first run in Hong Kong and he produced a strong effort in finishing second to Noble Steed. He has to deal with a wider gate here, but if he can get into a nice spot near the speed, he's going to be tough to hold out here. #8 Noble Steed had always promised to win like he did last time out. He's still fairly well off at the weights and back-to-back wins wouldn't shock. #2 Invincible Fresh has finally put together two wins at his last two starts, having only won one of his first 23 Hong Kong outings. Coming in fresh looks a positive move and he's a player. #14 Grade One is a place chance yet again.
