02/06/2013  Shatin  Race 7

On arrival at the barriers, the tongue tie fitted to ULTIMATE WINNERS was replaced. As the start was effected, RIDE ON THE FIRE reared, resulting in its rider, C Y Ho, becoming badly unbalanced in the saddle and the horse losing a considerable amount of ground. Before being allowed to race again, RIDE ON THE FIRE will be required to perform satisfactorily in an official barrier trial. From the outside barrier, KING DERBY was taken across behind runners shortly after the start. For some distance after the 900 Metres, GLORIOUS SUNDAY got its head up when travelling keenly and awkwardly placed close to the heels of FIERY WHISPERER. Making the turn after the 900 Metres, SPARKLING B shifted out and bumped REWARDING HERO. Approaching the 600 Metres, JUN HAO became unbalanced after being bumped on the hindquarters by GOOD GOOD VIEW. Rounding the Home Turn, FIERY WHISPERER got its head on the side and lay out. Throughout the race, KIDS AND WIN and JUN HAO travelled wide and without cover. The performance of JUN HAO, which finished tailed out, was considered unacceptable. Before being allowed to race again, JUN HAO 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, Apprentice C Y Lui (ULTIMATE WINNERS) reported the horse was making an abnormal breathing noise throughout the race. After the race, an endoscopic examination was conducted on ULTIMATE WINNERS. The Veterinary Officer said this examination did not show any significant findings. BOBO DRAGON and GLORIOUS SUNDAY were sent for sampling.