19/11/2023  Shatin  Race 8

CALIFORNIA SPANGLE (E314): When questioned regarding the disappointing performance, M Chadwick stated that he was obliged to make some use of his mount along the Back Straight to cross HEALTHY HAPPY. He said CALIFORNIA SPANGLE travelled well in the lead, but from the 500 Metres was pressured when VOYAGE BUBBLE improved to his outside. He added soon after entering the Home Straight CALIFORNIA SPANGLE failed to respond to his riding from that point. Trainer A S Cruz agreed with the views of Jockey Chadwick and also added that CALIFORNIA SPANGLE was required to give 5 lbs to the other runners in the race and that the time of the event, particularly in the early stages, was run faster than standard. A veterinary inspection immediately following the race did not show any significant findings. Before being allowed to race again, CALIFORNIA SPANGLE will be subjected to an official veterinary examination. Sent for sampling post-race. BEAUTY JOY (E058): When questioned, K C Leung explained that approaching the 300 Metres he changed his whip from his right to his left hand whereby he struck BEAUTY JOY on one occasion. He said as he then endeavoured to strike BEAUTY J OY on the second occasion, he lost the whip from his grasp and as a consequence was unable to use it for the remainder of the event. K C Leung was warned and advised that he should ensure at all times, where possible, that he maintains proper control over his whip. In taking no action against Jockey Leung, the Stewards considered that he has not offended similarly for over two years. Sent for sampling post-race. HEALTHY HAPPY (D435): Jumped only fairly. Near the 1300 Metres got its head up when being steadied as it was crossed by CALIFORNIA SPANGLE. Near the 1000 Metres, after improving to the inside of CALIFORNIA SPANGLE, HEALTHY HAPPY was steadied when crossed by CALIFORNIA SPANGLE (M Chadwick) which shifted in when not quite clear. M Chadwick was severely reprimanded and advised he must ensure he provides sufficient clearance when shifting ground. VOYAGE BUBBLE (E436): No report. BEAUTY ETERNAL (H008): Sent for sampling post-race.