09/04/2012  Shatin  Race 6

FORTUNE COOKIE began awkwardly. Shortly after the start, HAPPY CHA CHA momentarily raced in restricted room between DALKAN and FULL SPIRIT which got its head on the side and shifted in. Rounding the Home Turn and in the early part of the Straight, HUMONGUS had difficulty obtaining clear running. Near the 200 Metres, VICTORY MASCOT was awkwardly placed close to the heels of MOUNT VICTORY which shifted out. VICTORY MASCOT was then held up for clear running and after the 100 Metres was shifted to the inside of runners to obtain clear running. Throughout the race, MOUNT VICTORY travelled wide and without cover. After the race, D Whyte reported that EUPHEMISM shortened stride noticeably rounding the Home Turn and gave ground quickly in the early part of the Straight. He said, in his opinion, EUPHEMISM was not stretching out comfortably. A veterinary inspection of EUPHEMISM after the race did not show any significant findings. Before being allowed to race again, EUPHEMISM will be required to perform to the satisfaction of the Stewards in an official barrier trial and be subjected to an official veterinary examination. After the race, the Veterinary Officer reported that MOUNT VICTORY had lost its right front plate. TELECOM SUPREMO, PANTHER RUN and SOLDIER were sent for sampling.