BEAUTY WAVES (H294): Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. Sent for sampling post-race. HEROIC MASTER (G394): After the race, H Bowman stated that he was obliged to make use of his mount to hold his position in the early stages. He added that in the Home Straight HEROIC MASTER finished the race off fairly. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. HAPPY UNITED (H208): Jumped awkwardly. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. HARMONY FIRE (E175): Jumped only fairly. Despite being ridden along in the early stages failed to show sufficient pace to hold a more forward position. After the 300 Metres improved into a tight run between SUPER FORTUNE and MAJESTIC EXPRESS and raced in restricted room for some distance thereafter. Whilst the Stewards were satisfied that the riding of Apprentice E C W Wong, 4th placegetter, over the concluding stages did not affect the horse’s finishing position, he was nonetheless reminded of his obligation to ensure that he fully rides his mounts out to the finish of the race. SUPER FORTUNE (G065): No report. MAJESTIC EXPRESS (J244): No report. YOUTHFUL SPIRITS (J082): Sent for sampling post-race.

SPLENDID STAR (G026): Jumped only fairly. Near the 100 Metres had some difficulty obtaining clear running when positioned behind FOXHUNTER WAY which was giving ground. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. AMAZING BOY (D513): Sent for sampling post-race. NINJA DERBY (H339): Near the 1600 Metres was shifted in to obtain cover behind SUPER HORNET and then commenced to race keenly and was steadied away from the heels of SUPER HORNET for some distance approaching the 1500 Metres. When questioned, Apprentice Y L Chung stated that his instructions were from an inside barrier to hold a more forward position. He stated that after racing in a handy position throughout the early and middle stages, he was then held up for clear running making the Home Turn behind SUPER HORNET and to the inside of FOXHUNTER WAY. He added that when FOXHUNTER WAY did not improve into the event, he then continued to be held up to the inside of that runner and then in the Home Straight was unable to immediately shift to the outside of FOXHUNTER WAY when CIRCUIT ELITE was positioned to his outside. He said as a result NINJA DERBY was held up for clear running until near the 200 Metres. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. SUNNY SHINES (H484): When questioned regarding his riding in the middle stages of the event and as to whether there was an opportunity to improve sooner than what he did, Apprentice E C W Wong stated that from the outside barrier he was instructed to ride his mount in a conservative manner in the early stages and if possible to make his run to the inside. He said after settling back in the field he was reluctant from the 800 Metres to shift to the outside of BROTHER PEARL to improve into the event as he was concerned that his mount then would have to make a wide run, which would be contrary to his instructions. When questioned specifically if there was an opportunity to ride his mount with more vigour from the 600 Metres when he lost his position behind BROTHER PEARL, Apprentice Wong agreed with the Stewards that in retrospect he had made an error of judgement in not placing his mount under pressure sooner than what he did on this occasion, but was concerned that had he ridden his mount from the 600 Metres he may have had his running interrupted when being positioned close to BROTHER PEARL. Trainer P C Ng confirmed the instructions issued, however, agreed that there was an opportunity for Apprentice Wong to place his mount under pressure sooner than what he did. After considering Apprentice Wong’s explanations and his inexperience as a 10 lb claiming apprentice, the Stewards elected to take no direct action against Apprentice Wong. However, he was advised that his riding between the 600 Metres and the 400 Metres lacked the necessary judgement and that he should have placed his mount under pressure sooner than what he did to ensure that it maintained its position behind the runners in front. Apprentice Wong was also referred to the Chief Riding Instructor for further training and mentoring. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. GO GO GO (H196): Sent for sampling post-race. CIRCUIT ELITE (E487): Jumped awkwardly. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. LOYAL AMBITION (E489): Jumped only fairly. For a short distance near the 1700 Metres raced tight to the inside of BROTHER PEARL. Sent for sampling post-race. PRECISION GOAL (H016): No report. DIAMOND WINNER (H285): Jumped awkwardly and from a wide barrier was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. FOXHUNTER WAY (E296): Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. BROTHER PEARL (H030): No report. SUPER HORNET (G043): No report.

NOBLE ONE (G278): Jumped only fairly. TACTICAL COMMAND (H197): After the 300 Metres shifted to the outside of SWEET DIAMOND in an attempt to secure clear running and made contact with BEAU GOSSE. After the race, Z Purton reported that when his mount commenced well tonight, he elected to make use of the good start to ride forward and take up a position outside the lead. He said however, in his opinion, given the manner in which his mount finished the race off, it would be better suited by being ridden in a more conservative manner in the early stages. Trainer M Newnham stated that he expected TACTICAL COMMAND to take up a midfield position but agreed with the assessment of Jockey Purton that once the horse jumped well, he took advantage of its good start. He also concurred with the views of Jockey Purton that TACTICAL COMMAND is better suited when being ridden in a more conservative manner in the early stages. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. BEAU GOSSE (G389): Jumped awkwardly and then was bumped shortly after the start. Approaching the turn near the 1000 Metres commenced to race keenly and shifted out when being steadied away from STORMTROUPER. Raced wide and without cover from the 750 Metres. Bumped after the 300 Metres. Sent for sampling post-race. MR GOOD VIBES (H180): Jumped awkwardly. Lay out in the Home Straight and approaching the 150 Metres shifted out, resulting in its rider K Teetan having to stop riding and straighten. PODIUM (H173): Shortly after the start was bumped by MILLENNIUM FALCON. From a wide barrier was then shifted across behind runners in the early stages. STORMTROUPER (E100): Approaching the 250 Metres was shifted to the outside of TACTICAL COMMAND to secure clear running. Over the concluding stages raced tight to the inside of VIVA A LA. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race found that horse to be lame in its left front leg. Before being allowed to race again, STORMTROUPER will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. SWEET DIAMOND (G063): Near the 200 Metres H Bentley dropped his whip. Sent for sampling post-race. WIND SPEEDER (E281): From the outside barrier was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. VIVA A LA (G282): Over the final 50 Metres hung in, resulting in its rider M F Poon having to stop riding and straighten his mount approaching the winning post. HERO ICON (G422): No report. MILLENNIUM FALCON (D281): Bumped at the start. After the race, L Hewitson reported that whilst he was given no specific instructions, connections had expected him to take up a forward position. He said after bumping with PODIUM at the start, MILLENNIUM FALCON failed to show sufficient pace to hold a forward position and as a result settled further back than what had been anticipated. EASY TWO (G423): No report.

MA COMET (H391): Near the 300 Metres was eased to avoid LEAN MASTER which shifted out and away from FORTUNE WARRIOR after being taken out by that runner. Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. FORTUNE WARRIOR (H229): Sent for sampling post-race. CHARITY FOR ALL (H417): Slow to begin. Near the 600 Metres when racing tight to the inside of STRIVE FOR GLORY was steadied and then ran out across the heels of STRIVE FOR GLORY and was checked. GRAND NOVA (J323): After mounting H Bowman was dislodged in the Parade Ring without incident. Jumped only fairly. Near the 600 Metres was checked to avoid CHARITY FOR ALL. When commencing to finish the race off well became held up for clear running behind GREAT ACHIEVER over the final 100 Metres and as a result could not be tested to the finish of the event. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. SERGEANT PEPPER (E432): Sent for sampling post-race. FAIRY HORSE (J144): Jumped only fairly. Near the 500 Metres was steadied to avoid STRIVE FOR GLORY. STRIVE FOR GLORY (D186): Jumped awkwardly. Approaching the winning post FAIRY HORSE (A Atzeni) improved into a narrow run between STRIVE FOR GLORY and MA COMET and then was taken in slightly when MA COMET was crowded by LEAN MASTER (H Bentley). A Atzeni was advised to exercise more care to ensure that there is sufficient racing room when he improved into runs. H Bentley was advised he must stop riding and straighten when his mounts shift ground when not clear to do so. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. GREAT ACHIEVER (J049): After the race, Z Purton stated that his mount, which was racing in blinkers for the first time, over-raced badly throughout the early and middle stages and got its head up when being positioned close to LEAN MASTER. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. LEAN MASTER (H134): Shifted in on jumping and was bumped. CIRCUIT SEVEN (D474): Bumped at the start. Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. GORGEOUS VITALITY (G051): Sent for sampling post-race. PHILOS (H371): No report.

WHIZZ KID (E392): When questioned, H Bentley stated that when he placed his mount under pressure after entering the Home Straight, his left foot slipped from his stirrup which resulted in him having to stop riding WHIZZ KID fully for a number of strides between the 300 Metres and the 250 Metres where he was able to place his foot back in his stirrup at that point. H Bentley was reminded of his obligation under Rule 103 to report anything which may have affected the running of his horse in a race. DUKE WAI (C188): No report. NERVOUS WITNESS (E421): No report. SEASONS WIT (H223): Jumped only fairly. After the race, Z Purton could offer no explanation for his mount’s disappointing performance. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. MAJESTIC KNIGHT (G258): Shifted in at the start and made contact with the right side of its barrier. Sent for sampling post-race. CARROLL STREET (D489): No report. HARMONY N BLESSED (E061): Bumped at the start. Leaving the 400 Metres lay in and away from WHIZZ KID, brushed the running rail and became unbalanced. Sent for sampling post-race. NORDIC DRAGON (G467): Approaching the 800 Metres, when racing tight to the inside of SEASONS WIT, lay in and away from that runner and brushed the running rail. After the 250 Metres lay in and away from HARMONY N BLESSED and again brushed the running rail. Continued to lay in for the remainder of the event. HUMBLE STAR (H125): Jumped awkwardly, shifted in and made contact with the hindquarters of HARMONY N BLESSED. For some distance near the 700 Metres commenced to race keenly and got its head up when being steadied away from CARROLL STREET. Over the concluding stages raced tight between CARROLL STREET and SEASONS WIT. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

GOOD LUCK WIN (J135): L Hewitson (RELIABLE PROFIT) pleaded guilty to a charge of careless riding [Rule 100(1)] in that near the 1500 Metres he allowed his mount to shift in when not clear of VIVA HUNTER, resulting in VIVA HUNTER being taken in across the running of GOOD LUCK WIN which was checked. L Hewitson was suspended from riding in races for one Hong Kong raceday to be conducted on Wednesday, 8 May 2024 at Happy Valley. In assessing penalty, the Stewards determined the carelessness grade 2 and the consequences grade 2 and also considered his excellent careless riding record. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. SNOWALOT (E397): After the race, Z Purton stated that, in his opinion, his mount would be better suited on a firmer surface. VIVA HUNTER (E369): Brushed near the 250 Metres. PEGASUS GENERAL (G189): Shifted out at the start, made contact with I CAN and became unbalanced. After the race, Apprentice Y L Chung stated that, in his opinion, his mount would be better suited on a firmer surface. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. FORTUNE COOKIES (J032): Jumped awkwardly and lost ground. I CAN (H381): Crowded at the start. Sent for sampling post-race. GAMEPLAYER WARRIOR (J178): Shortly after the start was steadied when racing tight to the inside of VIVA HUNTER which shifted in and away from RELIABLE PROFIT after making contact with that runner. STORM WINNER (J069): No report. YOUNG VICTORY (D399): No report. CAN'T GO WONG (H087): Bumped on the hindquarters shortly after the start and then raced tight for a short distance thereafter. Sent for sampling post-race. KINGLY DEMEANOR (H486): Shifted in on jumping, made contact with SNOWALOT and became unbalanced. Was then crowded shortly after the start between SNOWALOT and STORM WINNER which shifted in slightly. RELIABLE PROFIT (G462): Bumped at the start. Near the 250 Metres lay in and brushed VIVA HUNTER. After the race, L Hewitson reported that from the outside barrier he was instructed to take up a forward position. L Hewitson pleaded guilty to a careless riding charge for causing interference near the 1500 Metres (see GOOD LUCK WIN).

TELECOM SPEED (G259): Raced wide and without cover until near the 550 Metres. OUR LUCKY GLORY (G292): Sent for sampling post-race. GOLDEN LUCK (H159): After the 1000 Metres commenced to race keenly and was steadied away from MOLLY’S WITNESS. After the race, L Hewitson reported that his mount raced "flat” and did not finish the race off in the Home Straight. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. DIAMOND FLARE (H224): No report. HOSS (H055): Slow to begin. SIGHT SUPREME (J258): Jumped only fairly. GLORY CLOUD (H320): Near the 150 Metres was brushed by OUR LUCKY GLORY which shifted to the outside of TELECOM SPEED to obtain clear running. Sent for sampling post-race. WINNING HEART (H065): Jumped awkwardly. Over the concluding stages had some difficulty obtaining clear running when being shifted to the outside of TELECOM SPEED. MOLLY'S WITNESS (J121): After the race, B Thompson stated that his instructions were to take up a forward position. He added that MOLLY’S WITNESS came under pressure from the 700 Metres and gave ground from that point. CRYSTAL POWERFUL (H068): Was left racing wide and without cover from the 550 Metres. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. FALCON COURT (J056): Jumped only fairly. Near the 600 Metres lay in and away from SIGHT SUPREME when racing tight to the inside of that runner and as a result made contact with the running rail and became unbalanced. HARMONY N HOME (C531): When commencing to finish the race off well was awkwardly placed behind MOLLY’S WITNESS after the 200 Metres when MOLLY’S WITNESS shifted in and as a result was held up behind that runner until passing the 150 Metres. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings.

GOLDEN LONG (H462): Shortly after the start made contact with the hindquarters of HIGH PERCENTAGE when taken out slightly by LUCKY QUALITY, resulting in GOLDEN LONG having to be steadied. Noted to have bled from both nostrils after the race. Before being allowed to race again, GOLDEN LONG will be required to perform satisfactorily in a barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination. RIGHTEOUS ARION (H059): Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. Sent for sampling post-race. TOGEPI (G458): No report. HIGH PERCENTAGE (G413): Bumped on the hindquarters shortly after the start. Sent for sampling post-race. THE PERFECT MATCH (J253): Jumped only fairly and then was crowded shortly after the start by HERCULES which shifted in despite the efforts of its rider. Approaching the 100 Metres was shifted to the outside of GOLDEN LONG and COLONEL to continue into clear running and over the concluding stages raced tight between COLONEL and COSMO NAVIGATOR. MR VALIANT (G288): From the outside barrier was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. Near the 400 Metres was steadied when held up for clear running behind THE PERFECT MATCH. Had some difficulty obtaining clear running over the final 150 Metres and approaching the finish could not be ridden out when it improved close to GOLDEN LONG. COSMO NAVIGATOR (H156): No report. HERCULES (C476): Shortly after the start shifted in and got its head up when being corrected by its rider. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. LUCKY QUALITY (D050): After the race, A Atzeni stated that the only explanation he could offer for his mount’s disappointing performance was that it would appreciate a firmer surface. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. SO AWESOME (D258): Sent for sampling post-race. COLONEL (D090): No report. HAPPY FEELING (H443): Withdrawn on raceday afternoon by order of the Stewards acting on veterinary advice (lame left fore). Before being allowed to race again, HAPPY FELLING will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.

GALLANT WAKING (G165): In the early stages raced keenly and near the 1500 Metres was steadied away from DEVILDOM. BERLIN TANGO (E120): Bumped on jumping. Sent for sampling post-race. NOBLE PURSUIT (H324): When questioned regarding his riding near the 500 Metres, A Atzeni stated that his mount travelled only fairly throughout the event. He said near the 500 Metres he commenced to encourage his mount forward whereby NOBLE PURSUIT responded to his riding and then became awkwardly placed behind EIGHTEEN PALMS which resulted in him having to steady his mount. He said as a result NOBLE PURSUIT lost momentum at that stage before shifting to the inside of EIGHTEEN PALMS and then TRUE GENIUS on straightening where it secured clear running. Sent for sampling post-race. EIGHTEEN PALMS (H033): After the race, A Badel stated that, in his opinion, EIGHTEEN PALMS did not run out a strong 1800 Metres. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. TRUE GENIUS (J073): No report. DEVILDOM (H445): A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. INTREPID WINNER (G144): Bumped at the start and then from a wide barrier was shifted across behind runners in the early stages. AFFORDABLE (J242): Shifted out on jumping, made contact with INTREPID WINNER and became unbalanced. Raced wide and without cover for the majority of the event. FLAMINGO TRILLION (H192): Sent for sampling post-race. KIMBERLEY (H329): Bumped on jumping. TRADITION (J111): Jumped only fairly. Held up for clear running on the Home Turn. SMILING TIME (E235): Jumped awkwardly and then was bumped shortly after the start. After the 500 Metres was held up for clear running behind NOBLE PURSUIT and near the 400 Metres was steadied when NOBLE PURSUIT shifted in slightly. Then raced tight to the inside of NOBLE PURSUIT for some distance after the 300 Metres.