03/05/2009  Shatin  Race 5

Shortly after the start, EXTRA SPECIAL and SHI SHAN bumped and lost ground when awkwardly placed between STAR LEGEND and HAPPEE GIFT, both of which shifted ground. EAST RIDER was slow into stride and then shortly afterwards was crowded for room between MY MELODY and SMART CURRENCY, both of which shifted ground. For a considerable distance after the 400 Metres, EXTRA SPECIAL had some difficulty obtaining clear running. STAR LEGEND and HAPPEE GIFT were sent for an official veterinary inspection. A veterinary inspection of STAR LEGEND and HAPPEE GIFT after the race did not show any significant findings. SMART CURRENCY and EXTRA SPECIAL were sent for sampling. After the race, the Veterinary Officer reported MY MELODY was noted to be making an abnormal breathing noise. He said MY MELODY had previously been reported to be a "roarer". <4/5/2009 Additional Veterinary Reports > HAPPEE GIFT, which performed poorly, was examined by the Head of Veterinary Regulation & International Liaison. He said at that time there were no significant findings. HAPPEE GIFT was again examined by the Head of Veterinary Regulation & International Liaison at the stables of Trainer P O’Sullivan this morning. He said at this time he noted the horse to be lame in its right front leg. Before being allowed to race again, HAPPEE GIFT will be subjected to an official veterinary examination.